Moroccan Meatballs Recipe
Overview:
๐ Cook Time: 30 minutes
๐ Prep Time: 15 minutes
๐ Total Time: 45 minutes
๐ฅข Servings: 4
๐ Description: A delightful blend of flavors, these Moroccan meatballs are a unique twist on a classic dish. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, they pair wonderfully with a tangy cranberry dip for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 1/2 | Onion |
| 1 | Garlic clove |
| 1 lb | Ground lamb |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1/2 cup | Fresh parsley |
| 2 tsp | Turmeric |
| 1 tsp | Ground cinnamon |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground ginger |
| Salt and pepper, to taste |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
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Saute Onion and Garlic: In a small nonstick frypan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Saute the onion and garlic for about 3 minutes or until they are browned and fragrant.
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Prepare Meatball Mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, egg, chopped parsley, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, and the sauteed onion and garlic. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
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Form Meatballs: Mix the ingredients well until evenly combined. Then, shape the mixture into meatballs, roughly 1 and 1/2 inches in diameter.
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Bake: Place the formed meatballs on a prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, turning them over halfway through the cooking time, until they are nicely browned on all sides and cooked through.
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Serve: Once cooked, remove the meatballs from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. You can serve them as is or with your favorite dipping sauce or accompaniment. Enjoy your flavorful Moroccan meatballs!
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 387.1
- Total Fat: 30.1g
- Saturated Fat: 12.3g
- Cholesterol: 129.4mg
- Sodium: 87.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 6.2g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Protein: 21.4g
Recipe Notes:
- These Moroccan meatballs are versatile and can be served as an appetizer, snack, or even as part of a main course.
- For added flavor, consider serving them with a tangy cranberry dip or your favorite dipping sauce.
- You can customize the spices according to your preference, adding more or less of each to suit your taste.
- Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage. Simply reheat them in the oven or microwave before serving.
