Description
These meatballs feature ground lamb mixed with pistachios, herbs, and spices, glazed with a tangy pomegranate molasses sauce for a flavorful Middle Eastern-inspired dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, grated
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup pomegranate molasses
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, chopped pistachios, parsley, mint, grated onion, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the beaten egg and mix until well combined. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together pomegranate molasses, honey, and lemon juice.
- Brush the glaze over the cooked meatballs and cook for an additional 2 minutes to caramelize.
- Serve hot with rice or pita bread.
Notes
For a spicier version, add 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the meat mixture. Ensure pistachios are finely chopped for even distribution.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Main Dish
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 25g