Spicy Meatballs With Fragrant Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Spicy Meatballs With Fragrant Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh breadcrumb; ⅓ cup milk; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup); 2 teaspoons ground cumin, divided; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon cayenne, divided; 28 ounces diced tomatoes with juice; kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1 lb ground beef (preferably 85% lean); ⅔ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, divided

Servings: persons

1 cup fresh breadcrumb
⅓ cup milk
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
2 teaspoons ground cumin, divided
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon cayenne, divided
28 ounces diced tomatoes with juice
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 lb ground beef (preferably 85% lean)
⅔ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, divided

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["Combine breadcrumbs and milk in mixing bowl and let sit 5 minutes.", "Meanwhile, heat oil in a heavy 10"" skillet over medium heat.", "Add onion and saute till translucent, about 5 minute.", "Add 1 tsp cumin, cinnamon and 1/8 tsp cayenne.", "Cook 30 seconds.", "Add tomatoes and juices, 1 cup water, and 1/2 tsp salt.", "Increase heat to high and bring to a boil.", "Lower the heat to a steady simmer and cook for 15 minutes.", "While the sauce simmers, prepare the meatballs.", "Mash the breadcrumbs and milk with a fork to a smooth paste.", "Add the beef, remaining 1 tsp cumin and 1/8 tsp cayenne, 1/2 the cilantro, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and several grinds of pepper.", "Mix with your hands until thoroughly combined.", "Wet your hands to keep the mixture from sticking to them.", "Roll a couple of tablespoons into 1 1/2"" balls; you should have about 30.", "Nestle the meatballs into the sauce, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.", "Remove lid and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes to thicken the sauce.", "Stir in the remaining cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste."]

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup fresh breadcrumb, ⅓ cup milk, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup), and more.

Yes, Spicy Meatballs With Fragrant 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.

Spicy Meatballs With Fragrant Tomato Sauce

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