Japanese Lamb Meatballs With Miso Pumpkin Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• STEP 2.In a bowl, combine ground lamb, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and chopped green onions.
• STEP 3.Shape the mixture into small meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
• STEP 4.Bake the meatballs for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
• STEP 5.While the meatballs are baking, prepare the miso pumpkin. In a saucepan, combine pumpkin cubes, miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, and sugar.
• STEP 6.Simmer the pumpkin mixture over medium heat until the pumpkin is tender, about 10-15 minutes.
• STEP 7.Serve the lamb meatballs with the miso pumpkin on the side.
• STEP 8.Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• You can use ground beef or ground pork instead of lamb if desired.
• Feel free to add some chili flakes or Sriracha sauce to the meatball mixture for a spicy kick.
• Garnish the dish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for extra flavor and presentation.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover lamb meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the lamb meatballs in the oven or microwave before serving.
• Serve the lamb meatballs with steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying meal.