Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Lamb and Honey Meatballs, where tender minced lamb is skillfully combined with a symphony of aromatic spices, fresh herbs, and the natural sweetness of honey. These succulent meatballs are lovingly handcrafted, browned to perfection, and then gently simmered in a rich and flavorful tomato-based sauce.
Accompanying this main course is a delightful array of complementary recipes to elevate your dining experience. Treat your taste buds to a refreshing Cucumber and Onion Salad, where crisp cucumbers and zesty onions are harmoniously blended with a tangy dressing. For a side dish that exudes warmth and comfort, try our Creamy Polenta, a velvety smooth dish made from cornmeal and infused with Parmesan cheese.
To complete your culinary adventure, satisfy your sweet cravings with our delectable Honey-Glazed Carrots, where tender carrots are roasted until caramelized and glazed with a luscious honey sauce. And for a final touch of sweetness, indulge in our Honey-Lemon Pound Cake, a classic dessert that combines the zesty brightness of lemon with the golden warmth of honey.
These recipes, presented in the linked article, will guide you through the culinary process, providing step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure a successful and enjoyable cooking experience. So, embark on this culinary journey, tantalize your taste buds, and create a memorable dining experience for yourself and your loved ones.
SPICED LAMB MEATBALLS WITH YOGURT AND HERBS
These spice-loaded meatballs have a Turkish inflection. The warm yogurt sauce adds tang and richness, along with a sprinkling of tart sumac powder and chopped mint. American "Greek-style" yogurt is not always tart enough, but it can be thinned with a bit of buttermilk or even lemon juice. Whisking it with cornstarch and egg produces a silky sauce. Though the ingredient list looks long, this is a simple and impressive dish to make.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, easy, meatballs, main course
Time 1h
Yield 5 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a large bowl, use your hands to combine lamb, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, onion, cumin, coriander, cinnamon and cayenne. Beat 2 of the eggs and add to meat, mixing until incorporated. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 24 hours to allow the seasonings to permeate the meat.
- Using wet hands, break off walnut-sized pieces of lamb mixture, roll into spheres and set aside on a baking sheet. You should have about 30 1-ounce meatballs.
- Heat oven to 225 degrees. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. When shimmering, add meatballs in one layer and brown for 2 to 3 minutes. Turn and cook for 4 to 5 minutes more. (Work in batches, if necessary, to avoid crowding the pan.) Transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to blot any extra oil, then pile meatballs on a heatproof serving platter and keep warm in the oven.
- Pour off any excess oil from skillet and turn heat to high. Add broth and bring to a simmer. In a bowl, whisk together yogurt; 1/2 teaspoon salt; remaining egg, beaten; and cornstarch. Pour yogurt mixture in a thin stream into the hot broth, whisking constantly. Turn heat down slightly and continue whisking until yogurt is heated through and slightly thickened, about 1 minute. Do not let mixture boil.
- Pour hot yogurt sauce over meatballs. Sprinkle crumbled feta, sumac and crushed red pepper on top. Finish with pinches of turmeric, if using, and sprinkle with mint, dill and cilantro. Serve immediately with rice, orzo, pita bread or potatoes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 481, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 26 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 599 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
LAMB AND HONEY MEATBALLS
My adaptation of a recipe from the Summer 2009 Coles magazine, where it's listed as costing $A1.75 per serve. I've added several herbs, an apple and walnuts to the original recipe. Apple in meatballs adds moistness and flavour. If you want to keep the price down, perhaps add some extra onion, some more apple (depending on the price of apples) and then some more breadcrumbs - and either omit or reduce the quantity of walnuts. Another way of stretching this recipe further would be to add a can of drained, processed butter beans in step one, before shaping the mixture into meatballs. I've added herbs I particularly like: please feel free to vary the herbs to meet your taste preferences and to vary the quantities. I've specified mincing the onion, garlic and apple as I process mine in a mini processor. All of these could, of course, also be finely chopped. And if you're not overly fond of lemon, do consider an alternative!
Provided by bluemoon downunder
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 32m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the onion, garlic, lamb mince/ground lamb,apple, breadcrumbs, thyme, rosemary, sage, lemon zest (not the juice), egg, Worcestershire sauce and salt and pepper to taste; mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are well-combined and shape into walnut-size balls.
- Heat a barbecue hotplate to medium and cook the meatballs for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally or panfry in olive oil, preferably in a non-stick pan for about 10 minutes or until nicely browned and thoroughly cooked.
- Place the meatballs on a serving platter, pour the lemon juice over the meatballs and drizzle them with the honey; serve over rice or pasta or with your favourite potato salad, salad greens or baby spinach leaves or other salads.
LAMB MEATBALLS AND SAUCE
These baked, ground lamb meatballs are a quite flavorful alternative to traditional meatballs.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Lamb Ground
Time 1h50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; oil lightly.
- Combine bread crumbs and milk in a small bowl. Soak bread crumbs until milk is absorbed, about 30 minutes.
- Combine bread crumb mixture, lamb, egg, garlic, olive oil, tomato paste, rosemary, cumin, salt, oregano, black pepper, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl.
- Form lamb mixture into 2-inch meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Cook meatballs in the preheated oven until they are slightly browned, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Combine meatballs, tomato sauce, chicken stock, fresh mint, and red pepper flakes in a large sauce pan over medium heat until meatballs are no longer pink inside, about 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 610.3 calories, Carbohydrate 24.4 g, Cholesterol 153.8 mg, Fat 43.5 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 16.4 g, Sodium 2322.9 mg, Sugar 10.5 g
LAMB MEATBALLS
This is a great alternative to regular meatballs. I have served these many times at cocktail parties, and they have always been a hit! The sauce adds a nice touch, but I have also served them with Greek marinade and plain.
Provided by Kathy Bezemes Walstrom
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Meatball Appetizer Recipes
Time 1h45m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Melt the 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the shallots in the skillet until tender. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Mix lamb, bread crumbs, parsley, egg, and lemon zest into the bowl with the shallots. Season with marjoram, salt, and pepper. Let stand 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- Melt 1/2 cup butter and heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Form the lamb mixture into small meatballs, and cook in the skillet in batches until evenly brown. Do not drain skillet. Drain meatballs on paper towels, and place in a serving dish.
- Mix tomato sauce, wine, garlic, and cinnamon into the skillet. Cook and stir until well blended and heated through. Drizzle over the meatballs in the dish. Serve with toothpicks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.1 g, Cholesterol 44.5 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 144.5 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of lamb cuts: This will give your meatballs a more complex flavor and texture. Brisket, chuck, shoulder, and leg of lamb are all good choices.
- Grind the lamb yourself: This will ensure that you get a consistent texture and that the meatballs are not too dry. If you don't have a meat grinder, you can ask your butcher to do it for you.
- Soak the bread in milk: This will help to bind the meatballs together and make them more tender.
- Use fresh herbs and spices: This will give your meatballs a more vibrant flavor. Some good choices include mint, parsley, oregano, cumin, and coriander.
- Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing can make the meatballs tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Cook the meatballs in a hot oven: This will help to seal in the juices and prevent them from drying out.
- Serve the meatballs with a flavorful sauce: A honey-based sauce is a classic choice, but you can also use a tomato sauce, a yogurt sauce, or a mint sauce.
Conclusion:
Lamb and honey meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your lamb and honey meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and a hit with everyone who tries them.
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