Description
These flavorful lamb meatballs are a delicious blend of Mediterranean spices and herbs, served with a tangy Greek yogurt sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or a main course, these meatballs are easy to make and full of savory goodness.
Ingredients
Main Meatball Mixture:
- 1 pound ground lamb
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ small onion, finely grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For Cooking and Serving:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, parsley, mint, cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined, then roll into 1-inch meatballs.
- Cook Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs in batches, turning occasionally, for 8–10 minutes until browned on all sides and cooked through to 160°F internal temperature.
- Make Yogurt Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, and dill to make a dipping sauce.
- Serve: Serve meatballs hot with the yogurt sauce.
Notes
- These meatballs also bake well at 400°F for 18–20 minutes.
- Serve them with rice, couscous, or inside pita bread with fresh veggies.
- Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
