Merguez Meatballs

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These spicy lamb meatballs are inspired by the flavors of North African merguez sausage. Serve with roasted vegetables, over couscous, in flatbreads, or in a salad. Cilantro yogurt is a great accompaniment.

Submitted by LauraF
Updated on January 4, 2023
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
24
Yield:
24 meatballs
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 24 servings

  • ½ teaspoon cumin seeds

  • ½ teaspoon coriander seeds

  • ½ teaspoon fennel seeds

  • 1 pound ground lamb

  • 2 tablespoons harissa paste

  • 1 large clove garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Directions

  1. Toast cumin, coriander, and fennel seeds in a dry skillet over medium-low heat until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Use a mortar and pestle to grind finely.

  2. Combine the ground spices, lamb, harissa, garlic, salt, and paprika in a large bowl. Mix by hand until thoroughly blended. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes so spices can permeate the meat.

  3. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

  4. Form the lamb mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on the prepared sheet.

  5. Roast meatballs until the centers are no longer pink, 11 to 12 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a meatball should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).

Editor's Note:

This recipe appeared in Allrecipes Magazine and was modified to include a cooling cilantro sauce.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

39 Calories
3g Fat
0g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 24
Calories 39
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 6%
Cholesterol 13mg 4%
Sodium 97mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 0g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Protein 3g 7%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 5mg 0%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 49mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.