Lebanese Style Spiced Meatballs
Infused with the warm, aromatic spices of the Middle East, these Lebanese Style Spiced Meatballs are a delightful twist on a classic favorite. Made with a perfectly balanced blend of ground beef and lamb, they’re flavored with a medley of allspice, cinnamon, cumin, and coriander, along with fresh parsley, garlic, and onion for a burst of authentic Lebanese flavor. Optional pine nuts add a subtle crunch, taking these meatballs to the next level. Quick to prepare and easy to cook in a skillet, they’re incredibly versatile—serve them with fluffy pita bread, fragrant rice, creamy yogurt sauce, or a crisp salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a centerpiece at your next gathering, these spiced meatballs bring bold flavor and vibrant culture straight to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground beef
- 250 grams Ground lamb
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 30 grams Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 30 grams Pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, ground allspice, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly with your hands or a spoon until well incorporated.
If you are including pine nuts, lightly toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden, then mix them into the meatball mixture.
Shape the mixture into small meatballs, approximately the size of a golf ball, and set them aside on a plate.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the meatballs in the skillet, being careful not to overcrowd them. Cook in batches if necessary.
Cook the meatballs for about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
Once cooked, transfer the meatballs to a serving plate. Serve hot with pita bread, rice, yogurt sauce, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.2 g | 240% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.5 g | 308% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 594 mg | 198% | |
| Sodium | 3693 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 153.5 g | 307% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 2801 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
