Lamb Meatballs With Pomegranate Sauce Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

These Lamb Meatballs with Pomegranate Sauce are a flavorful and elegant dish that is perfect for special occasions or a fancy dinner at home. The juicy and tender lamb meatballs are seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and cinnamon, and then simmered in a tangy and sweet pomegranate sauce. The combination of the savory meatballs and the vibrant sauce creates a delicious and visually stunning dish. Serve these meatballs as an appetizer or as a main course with couscous or rice.

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50minstotal
35minsPrep
15minsCook
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35m.Prep
15m.Cook
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Ingredients for Lamb Meatballs With Pomegranate Sauce Recipe

  • 0.17 pound Ground Lamb
  • 0.08 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 0.17 Egg
  • 0.33 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 0.17 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 0.17 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 0.08 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 0.08 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/25 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 0.33 tablespoon Oil
  • 0.17 cup Pomegranate Juice
  • 0.33 tablespoon Honey
  • 0.17 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 0.17 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • as needed Fresh Parsley Or Pomegranate Seeds For Garnish

Directions: Lamb Meatballs With Pomegranate Sauce Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  • STEP 2.Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  • STEP 3.Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides.
  • STEP 4.Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
  • STEP 5.In the same skillet, add pomegranate juice, honey, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
  • STEP 6.Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer for another 10-15 minutes, until the sauce thickens and the meatballs are cooked through.
  • STEP 7.Serve the Lamb Meatballs with Pomegranate Sauce hot, garnished with fresh parsley or pomegranate seeds.

Cooking Tips

  • You can substitute ground beef or turkey for the lamb if desired.
  • For a spicier version, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture.
  • If you don't have pomegranate juice, you can use cranberry juice as a substitute.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftover meatballs and sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat the meatballs and sauce in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
  • Serve the Lamb Meatballs with Pomegranate Sauce as an appetizer with toothpicks or as a main course with couscous or rice.
Nutrition
value
409
calories per serving
15 g Fat29 g Protein38 g Carbs4 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    15g
  • Protein
    29g
  • Carbs
    38g
  • Fiber
    4g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    38g
  • Protein
    29g
  • Fiber
    4g

Fats

  • Fat
    15g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    150mg
  • Iron
    4mg
  • Vitamin A
    5mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    5mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    44mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    2mcg
  • Vitamin C
    13mg
  • Vitamin E
    1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    69mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    261mg
  • Selenium
    22mcg
  • Zinc
    4mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp