SPICY LAMB MEATBALLS AND LENTILS
If you have never experienced a "flavor bomb" exploding in your mouth try this. Comes from Middle East. An all time favorite in my home - guests who have had it once ask if it's on the menu when they are invited again. Says it all I think.
Provided by Micmac
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 1h25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 29
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine lamb, bacon, water, garlic, mint, parsley, spices and seasoning.
- Mix well.
- (This can also be done in a food processor but do not process the mixture to a puree, just process in short bursts to combine).
- Divide the mixture into about 25-30 small meatballs- flatten a little to a disc shape.
- Place on tray and refrigerate until ready to use.
- To prepare the lentils, heat the olive oil in pan and add the onion, carrot and cloves of garlic and saute for 5 minutes until the onions have become transparent.
- Add the lentils and stir to coat with the oil, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add 1 cup tomatoes, chicken stock, seasoning and bouquet garni.
- Bring to the boil and turn down to a simmer.
- Cover and cook until the lentils are tender.
- Discard the bouquet garni.
- Heat extra olive oil in a pan and saute the meatballs in batches in a single layer.
- Remove and add to the lentils.
- Continue to simmer the meatballs and lentils for 15 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through.
- Add the remaining cup of tomatoes and cook a further 10 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve in large soup plates and garnish with the mint.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1145.3, Fat 85.1, SaturatedFat 29.8, Cholesterol 181.7, Sodium 1066.7, Carbohydrate 39.4, Fiber 9.3, Sugar 11.5, Protein 54.8
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Bashir Khan
[email protected]I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!
Kwabena Domena
[email protected]These meatballs are a great way to use up leftover lamb. I had some leftover from a roast and these meatballs were the perfect way to use it up. They were so easy to make and they were delicious.
Arrelda Taylor
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I loved these meatballs. They were so flavorful and juicy.
Jony Biswas
[email protected]These meatballs are perfect for a weeknight meal. They're quick and easy to make, and they're always a hit with my family.
M Jafar
[email protected]I served these meatballs with a side of tzatziki sauce. It was the perfect complement.
Boaz Masonga
[email protected]I added some chopped carrots and celery to the meatballs. It gave them a nice crunch.
Sear Saad
[email protected]I didn't have any lamb, so I used ground beef instead. It turned out great!
Rizza Rosales
[email protected]I found that the meatballs were a little dry. I think I would add more liquid next time.
Muhammad Asslam
[email protected]These meatballs were a little too spicy for me, but my husband loved them.
robert Chavez
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I'll be making these meatballs again and again.
Sylvester Rondo
[email protected]These meatballs are a great way to get your kids to eat lentils. My kids love them!
Explodea Todoroki
[email protected]I've made these meatballs several times now and they're always a hit. They're so versatile, I've served them over pasta, rice, and even quinoa.
Crystal Lea Daniels
[email protected]I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!
Risatali Vh
[email protected]These meatballs are so easy to make. I had them on the table in under 30 minutes.
Alison Alvarez
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover lamb. I had some leftover from a roast and these meatballs were the perfect way to use it up.
ALI Hosisn
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but these meatballs changed my mind. They were so delicious and moist.
Prianka Bidhan
[email protected]These meatballs and lentils were a hit with my family. The meatballs were tender and flavorful, and the lentils were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Ehsan karim
[email protected]Love the hint of cumin and coriander in these meatballs. So flavorful and juicy!