Spiced Meatballs with Yogurt Sauce Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375掳F (190掳C).
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
• STEP 3.Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• STEP 4.Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
• STEP 5.While the meatballs are baking, prepare the yogurt sauce by combining yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well.
• STEP 6.Serve the spiced meatballs with the yogurt sauce as a main dish with rice or couscous, or as an appetizer with toothpicks for dipping.

Cooking Tips

• You can use a combination of ground beef and ground lamb for extra flavor.
• If you prefer a spicier version, you can add chili powder or cayenne pepper to the meatball mixture.
• To make the meatballs ahead of time, you can shape them and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours before baking.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the meatballs in a microwave-safe dish and heat until warmed through.
• Serve the spiced meatballs with fresh yogurt sauce and garnish with chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley or mint.