Palestinian Spiced Lamb Meatballs (كفتة لحم خروف متبلة فلسطينية)
This Palestinian spiced lamb meatballs recipe is a flavorful and aromatic dish that is perfect for a special dinner or gathering. The combination of Middle Eastern spices and juicy lamb creates a dish that is both comforting and exotic.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground lamb, onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the meatballs in the skillet for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are browned and cooked through.
- Serve the meatballs hot with your choice of side dishes.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large bowl Skillet
Tools
Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the meatballs with rice, pita bread, or a fresh salad.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice over the meatballs before serving.
Cost
$15