Cumin Lamb Meatballs With Tahini Yogurt Dipping Sau

Name: Cumin Lamb Meatballs With Tahini Yogurt Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/4 teaspoons coarse kosher salt, plus a pinch; 1 pound ground lamb; 2 teaspoons cumin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, more for serving; Black pepper, to taste; 1/2 teaspoon chile powder; 1 scallion, minced; 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley; Olive oil, for greasing pan; 1/4 cup plain yogurt; 1/4 cup tahini; Fresh lemon juice, to taste

Servings: persons

3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 teaspoons coarse kosher salt, plus a pinch
1 pound ground lamb
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, more for serving
Black pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon chile powder
1 scallion, minced
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
Olive oil, for greasing pan
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup tahini
Fresh lemon juice, to taste

1
Heat broiler with an oven rack placed 3 inches below heat source.
2
Using a mortar and pestle or the flat side of a knife, make a paste with garlic and a pinch of salt.
3
Put half the garlic paste in a large bowl and add lamb, 1 teaspoon of the salt, cumin, hot sauce, pepper, chile powder, scallion and 1 tablespoon parsley.
4
Mix to combine.
5
Shape lamb mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and place on an oiled rimmed baking sheet.
6
Make sure meatballs are spaced at least 1 inch apart.
7
Transfer baking sheet to oven and broil meatballs for 8 to 10 minutes, or until browned on top and slightly pink on the inside.
8
Meanwhile, combine yogurt, tahini, remaining garlic paste,1/4 teaspoon salt and the lemon juice to taste.
9
Transfer cooked meatballs to a serving platter or individual plates and serve with tahini sauce and extra hot sauce, if you like.
10
Garnish with the remaining parsley.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 garlic cloves, minced, 1 1/4 teaspoons coarse kosher salt, plus a pinch, 1 pound ground lamb, 2 teaspoons cumin seeds, and more.

Yes, Cumin Lamb Meatballs With Tahini Yogurt Dipping Sauce 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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Cumin Lamb Meatballs With Tahini Yogurt Dipping Sauce

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