Savory Lamb Meatballs
Elevate your next meal with these **Savory Lamb Meatballs**, a mouthwatering blend of aromatic spices, fresh herbs, and tender ground lamb. Perfectly seasoned with ground cumin, coriander, and a hint of cinnamon, these Mediterranean-inspired meatballs are enriched with chopped parsley and mint for a burst of freshness in every bite. Bound together with breadcrumbs and egg, they stay juicy and flavorful as they sizzle to perfection in olive oil. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Serve them as an appetizer, pair them with a vibrant salad, or nestle them over a bed of rice for a well-rounded entree. With these lamb meatballs, you'll have a crowd-pleasing dish that's brimming with flavor and comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground lamb
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 large eggs
- 50 grams breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and mint.
Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper to the mixture and combine well.
Incorporate the egg and breadcrumbs into the mixture, ensuring everything is well mixed.
Shape the mixture into 16-20 evenly sized meatballs.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the meatballs to the skillet in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook the meatballs for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with extra parsley or mint if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2009 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 134.1 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.9 g | 234% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 666 mg | 222% | |
| Sodium | 5191 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 139.6 g | 279% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2134 mg | 45% | |
*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.
