Baked Spicy Meatballs With Spinach Raita Recipe

Name: Baked Spicy Meatballs With Spinach Raita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 slices white bread, crusts removed; 2 lbs ground beef; 1 None onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1 None egg; 1 tbsp ground cumin; 2 tsp each ground coriander, ground cinnamon and ground ginger; 1 tsp ras el hanout; None None FOR THE TOMATO SAUCE; 1 small onion, coarsely chopped; 3 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped; 1/2 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tsp sugar; None None FOR THE SPINACH RAITA; 1 tbsp butter; 10 oz spinach, trimmed; 3/4 cup Greek-style yogurt; 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

Servings: persons

5 slices white bread, crusts removed
2 lbs ground beef
1 None onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 None egg
1 tbsp ground cumin
2 tsp each ground coriander, ground cinnamon and ground ginger
1 tsp ras el hanout
None None FOR THE TOMATO SAUCE
1 small onion, coarsely chopped
3 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1/2 tsp turmeric
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp sugar
None None FOR THE SPINACH RAITA
1 tbsp butter
10 oz spinach, trimmed
3/4 cup Greek-style yogurt
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

1
Preheat the oven to 400u00b0F.
2
For the meatballs, process the bread until fine crumbs form. Combine the breadcrumbs with the remaining ingredients in large bowl. Season. Roll level tablespoons of beef mixture into balls. Place in an oiled medium baking dish. Roast, uncovered, for about 25 mins or until the meatballs are cooked through.
3
Meanwhile, for the tomato sauce, cook the onion and tomato in a heated, oiled medium saucepan, stirring, until softened. Add the spices, lime juice and sugar and cook, stirring, for 1 min. Add 1/2 cup water; simmer, uncovered, for about 5 mins or until the sauce thickens slightly. Season to taste.
4
For the spinach raita, melt the butter in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Cook spinach, in batches, stirring, until wilted. Remove from the heat. Blend or process the spinach until smooth. Add the yogurt and nutmeg and process until combined. Season to taste.
5
Serve the meatballs with tomato sauce and spinach raita.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 slices white bread, crusts removed, 2 lbs ground beef, 1 None onion, finely chopped, 2 cloves garlic, crushed, and more.

Yes, Baked Spicy Meatballs With Spinach Raita falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Baked Spicy Meatballs With Spinach Raita

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