Grilled Moroccan Meatballs with Yogurt Sauce Recipe

Name: Grilled Moroccan Meatballs with Yogurt Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large egg; 3 clove minced garlic; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground allspice; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 1 1/4 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper; 1 1/4 lb 85% lean ground beef; 1/3 cup panko; 1 vegetable oil, for grilling (coat grates); 1 English cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, & finely diced; 1 cup plain greek yogurt (don't use non-fat); 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped; 1/4 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 large egg
3 clove minced garlic
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground allspice
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
1 1/4 lb 85% lean ground beef
1/3 cup panko
1 vegetable oil, for grilling (coat grates)
1 English cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, & finely diced
1 cup plain greek yogurt (don't use non-fat)
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper

1
Preheat the grill to a medium-high heat (about 500F).
2
Mix together the egg, garlic, cumin, allspice, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
3
Add the ground beef and panko and mix with your hands until well combined.
4
Coat your grill grates with the oil.
5
Using 1/3 cup to measure, form 8 disc-shaped meatballs.
6
(They will dome slightly on the grill, forming nicely founded meatballs.)
7
Grill the meatballs, covered, for about 4 minutes per side, or until they are nicely browned on the exterior and no longer pink in the center.
8
Transfer the meatballs to a serving plate and let rest for 3 minutes.
9
For the yogurt sauce, combine all the sauce ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
10
Serve the meatballs on top of couscous or a flavor-infused rice and topped with the sauce.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large egg, 3 clove minced garlic, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground allspice, and more.

Yes, Grilled Moroccan Meatballs with Yogurt 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Moroccan Meatballs with Yogurt Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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