Lamb Meatballs With Kale, Cumin Yogurt, And Carolina Gold Rice Recipe

Name: Lamb Meatballs With Kale, Cumin Yogurt, And Carolina Gold Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds; 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 12 ounces lean ground lamb; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 2 cups chopped Red Russian kale or other kale; 1/2 cup unsalted chicken stock (such as Swanson); 1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 cups hot cooked Carolina Gold rice; 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted; 2 tablespoons torn fresh mint leaves

Servings: persons

1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
12 ounces lean ground lamb
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 cups chopped Red Russian kale or other kale
1/2 cup unsalted chicken stock (such as Swanson)
1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups hot cooked Carolina Gold rice
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons torn fresh mint leaves

1
Combine first 5 ingredients in a small cast-iron pan over medium heat; cook 5 minutes until toasted and just beginning to smoke, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Place spice mixture and chili powder in a spice or coffee grinder; process until finely ground.
2
Return pan to medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil; swirl to coat. Add onion; cook 4 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat; cool completely.
3
Combine spice mixture, onion mixture, breadcrumbs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, lamb, and egg in a large bowl. Shape mixture into 12 meatballs. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add meatballs; cook 6 minutes, browning on all sides. Remove meatballs from pan; drain well. Wipe drippings from pan with a paper towel. Return meatballs to pan. Add kale, stock, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 4 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
4
Combine yogurt, lemon juice, and ground cumin in a small bowl. Spread 2 tablespoons yogurt mixture in bottom of each of 4 shallow bowls. Top with 1/2 cup rice and 1 cup lamb mixture. Sprinkle evenly with pine nuts and mint.

968

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds, 1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds, and more.

Yes, Lamb Meatballs With Kale, Cumin Yogurt, And Carolina Gold Rice 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.

Lamb Meatballs With Kale, Cumin Yogurt, And Carolina Gold Rice

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