Description
Lamb meatballs offer a deliciously comforting experience with every bite, blending tender lamb with fragrant spices and a rich sauce. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, these meatballs are not just a meal; they’re a memory-maker. With foolproof techniques, anyone can create these juicy delights that are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, egg, Parmesan cheese, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly mixed.
- Roll the mixture into balls about 1-inch in diameter and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides (about 6-8 minutes).
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Transfer browned meatballs to an oven-safe dish and bake until cooked through (15-20 minutes).
- Serve hot with your favorite side or sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking and Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg