Moroccan Spiced Lamb Meatballs in Cumin Coriander Spiced Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Moroccan Spiced Lamb Meatballs in Cumin Coriander Spiced Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds ground lamb; Spice Mix, recipe follows; 1 egg; 1/2 cup ketchup; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup minced onion; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 tablespoon minced shallots; 2 cinnamon sticks; 1 tablespoon ground cumin, toasted*; 1 tablespoon ground coriander, toasted; 4 cups tomato puree; 1 cup vegetable or chicken stock; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon thinly sliced mint leaves; 1 tablespoon minced Italian parsley leaves; Slivered almonds, toasted, for garnish; Chopped fresh mint leaves, for garnish; Warmed pita wedges, for serving; 1 tablespoon ground coriander, toasted; 1 tablespoon ground cumin, toasted; 1 teaspoon curry powder; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 3/4 teaspoon ground mustard; 3/4 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Servings: persons

2 1/2 pounds ground lamb
Spice Mix, recipe follows
1 egg
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup minced onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced shallots
2 cinnamon sticks
1 tablespoon ground cumin, toasted*
1 tablespoon ground coriander, toasted
4 cups tomato puree
1 cup vegetable or chicken stock
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon thinly sliced mint leaves
1 tablespoon minced Italian parsley leaves
Slivered almonds, toasted, for garnish
Chopped fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Warmed pita wedges, for serving
1 tablespoon ground coriander, toasted
1 tablespoon ground cumin, toasted
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon ground mustard
3/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

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*Cook's Note: To toast spices, heat in a small, dry skillet over low heat until fragrant.
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Meatballs:
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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In a large bowl, mix lamb, Spice Mix, egg, and ketchup, being careful not to overwork the meat.
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Form into 1 1/4-ounce balls, about the size of a ping-pong ball.
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Place meatballs on a large baking sheet and bake for approximately 20 minutes.
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Sauce:
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In a large saucepan over medium heat, add the oil and heat, then add the onions and lightly saute until soft.
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Add garlic, shallots, cinnamon sticks, cumin, and coriander and saute over low heat, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Add tomato puree and bring to a boil.
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Add stock and season sauce with salt, ground black pepper, mint, and parsley.
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Simmer for about 10 minutes and remove the cinnamon sticks.
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To serve: Add the meatballs to the sauce and heat until warmed through.
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Pour a small amount of sauce on the plate and add 5 meatballs per serving.
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Garnish with toasted slivered almonds, mint, and warm pita wedges.
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In a medium bowl, mix all the spices together.
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Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

1294

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

100

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 32 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 pounds ground lamb, Spice Mix, recipe follows, 1 egg, 1/2 cup ketchup, and more.

Yes, Moroccan Spiced Lamb Meatballs in Cumin Coriander Spiced Tomato 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.

Moroccan Spiced Lamb Meatballs in Cumin Coriander Spiced Tomato Sauce

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