Spiced Lamb Meatballs from Clay Oven

Ingredients

Estimated total cost: €27.93 · €4.66/serving

• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oilEst. price €0.18–€0.40
• 2 pounds of premium ground lambEst. price €22.00–€32.00
• 1/2 cup of finely ground breadcrumbs (use fresh bread for best results)Est. price €0.15–€0.35
• 2 large eggs from pasture-raised hensEst. price €0.50–€0.90
• 1 cup of freshly chopped cilantro, including tender stems (rinse and pat dry before chopping)Est. price €1.20–€2.50
• Juice squeezed from 1 whole lemon (strain to remove any seeds)Est. price €0.40–€0.80
• 1/4 cup of aromatic Tandoori Spice MixEst. price €2.50–€4.50
• 2 teaspoons of sea saltEst. price €0.10–€0.25
• 2 teaspoons of freshly ground gingerEst. price €0.30–€0.60
• 2 teaspoons of fragrant ground cuminEst. price €0.20–€0.45

Steps

1. 1

   Begin by preheating the oven to 450°F. Take a 9 × 13-inch baking dish and pour the olive oil into it. Use your hand to ensure that the entire surface is evenly coated with oil. Set the baking dish aside for later use.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb with bread crumbs, eggs, cilantro, lemon juice, tandoori spice mix, and salt. Use your hands to mix everything together until well blended.

3. 3

   Shape the mixture into meatballs that are about 1 1/2 inches in diameter, ensuring they are compact. Arrange the meatballs closely together in a baking dish, aligning them neatly in both vertical and horizontal rows to create a grid pattern. Ensure that the meatballs are touching each other as you place them in the dish.

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• Cultural note

  The Spiced Lamb Meatballs from Clay Oven are inspired by traditional Indian flavors and cooking methods. The use of tandoori spice mix and fragrant spices like ginger, cumin, and coriander is a nod to the rich culinary heritage of Indian cuisine.

• Seasonal note

  Spiced Lamb Meatballs are great for fall and winter when hearty, warming dishes are preferred. The spices used in the dish are often associated with cold weather cooking.

• Health note

  These lamb meatballs are a good source of protein and healthy fats. They are high in calories and saturated fat, so portion control is important. The dish also provides essential vitamins like A and C, as well as zinc.