Spicy Lamb Meatballs With Raisin Pesto Recipe

Name: Spicy Lamb Meatballs With Raisin Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large egg; 1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs); 1/2 tsp. ground cumin; 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes; 1/4 tsp. ground turmeric; 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley, plus 1 cup parsley leaves with tender stems; 2 Tbsp. plus 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, plus more; 2 garlic cloves, divided; 1 lb. ground lamb; 2 cups mint leaves; 3 Tbsp. golden raisins; Plain whole-milk Greek yogurt (for serving)

Servings: persons

1 large egg
1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp. ground turmeric
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley, plus 1 cup parsley leaves with tender stems
2 Tbsp. plus 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, plus more
2 garlic cloves, divided
1 lb. ground lamb
2 cups mint leaves
3 Tbsp. golden raisins
Plain whole-milk Greek yogurt (for serving)

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["Place a rack in upper third of oven; preheat to 425u00b0F. Combine egg, panko, cumin, red pepper flakes, turmeric, finely chopped parsley, 2 Tbsp. oil, and 1 1/2 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Finely grate 1 garlic clove into bowl. Add lamb and mix with your hands until evenly distributed.", "Gently roll lamb mixture into 1 1/2""-diameter balls (about the size of a golf ball; you should have about 20). Place on a rimmed baking sheet, spacing evenly apart. Bake meatballs until browned and cooked through, 8-10 minutes.", "Meanwhile, puree mint, raisins, parsley leaves with tender stems, remaining garlic clove, remaining 1/2 cup oil, and a big pinch of salt in a blender until smooth. Taste pesto; season with more salt if needed.", "Spread yogurt over plates and divide pesto and meatballs on top.", "Pesto can be made 2 days ahead; cover and chill. Meatballs can be formed 2 months ahead; freeze on baking sheet until firm, about 2 hours, then transfer to a freezer bag and keep frozen."]

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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: 1 large egg, 1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), 1/2 tsp. ground cumin, 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Spicy Lamb Meatballs With Raisin Pesto 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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Spicy Lamb Meatballs With Raisin Pesto

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