Lamb Meatballs

Lamb Meatballs
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 45 mins
  • SERVING
    24 People
  • VIEWS
    69

These succulent Lamb Meatballs are a delightful twist on a classic, perfect as an appetizer or a light meal. Infused with aromatic herbs and a zesty touch, they're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    3 g
  • Cholesterol
    45 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    7 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    145 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Melt 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced shallots and sauté until tender and fragrant. Transfer the cooked shallots to a large mixing bowl. (5-7 minutes)

02

Step

In the bowl with the shallots, combine the ground lamb, fresh bread crumbs, chopped parsley, beaten egg, and lemon zest. Season generously with dried marjoram, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. Cover the bowl and let the mixture stand in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. (1 hour)

03

Step

Melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Form the lamb mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs. Working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, cook the meatballs until they are evenly browned on all sides and cooked through. Do not drain the skillet. Once browned, remove the meatballs from the skillet and drain on paper towels to remove excess grease. Place the drained meatballs in a serving dish. (15-20 minutes)

04

Step

In the same skillet, combine the tomato sauce, red wine, minced garlic clove, and a dash of ground cinnamon. Cook and stir the sauce until it is well blended and heated through, allowing the flavors to meld together. (5 minutes)

05

Step

Drizzle the warm tomato sauce mixture over the cooked meatballs in the serving dish, ensuring they are evenly coated. Serve immediately with toothpicks for easy serving.

For a richer flavor, use a dry red wine like Cabernet Sauvignon in the sauce.
Ensure the meatballs are cooked in batches to maintain the heat of the pan and achieve even browning.
If desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley or a sprinkle of lemon zest before serving.

Bertrand Kshlerin

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 23 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Sophia Larson

    These are so much better than regular meatballs!

  • Berneice Sauer

    The recipe was easy to follow, and the meatballs turned out perfect.

  • Harry Swift

    I added a little Parmesan cheese to the meatball mixture, and it was delicious!

  • Rocio Cummerata

    These meatballs were a huge hit at my party! Everyone loved them.

  • Vanessa Waters

    I made these for dinner last night, and my family devoured them. Will definitely make again!

  • Daryl Haley

    The sauce is amazing! I could eat it with a spoon.

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