Aromatic Lamb Meatballs

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   Put the lamb into a bowl and add the scallions.

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   Sprinkle over the spices, salt, and semolina.

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   Beat the egg and add to the bowl.

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   Work everything together thoroughly with your hands; cover with plastic wrap and leave in the refrigerator for half an hour.

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   Line a baking sheet with plastic wrap.

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   Scoop out a scant teaspoon of the mixture.

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   Roll in your hands to form the meatball and place on the lined baking sheet.

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   Have a bowl of cold water beside you to dampen your hands with; this helps them not get too sticky for rolling the meatballs.

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   When you are ready to cook them, heat about 1/2-inch of oil in a frying pan.

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    Line another baking sheet with kitchen towel.

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    When the oil is hot, fry the meatballs in batches without overcrowding the pan.

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    Cook them for about a minute a side, or until golden brown all over.

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