Description
Moroccan Lamb Meatballs are a flavorful and comforting dish that brings the vibrant essence of Moroccan cuisine to your table. Featuring tender, spiced ground lamb mixed with aromatic herbs and spices, these meatballs are perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. Pair them with a creamy tahini sauce and serve over couscous or in pita for a delightful meal that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tahini sauce (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground lamb, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, cinnamon, cumin, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Wet hands and form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs. Arrange on a lined baking sheet.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake meatballs for about 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 160°F/71°C).
- If using tahini sauce, whisk together the ingredients while meatballs bake.
- Serve warm with tahini sauce drizzled over the top alongside couscous or pita bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg