This recipe is inspired by my Moroccan mama. These Moroccan Meatballs with Shallot Yogurt Sauce make the most delicious dinner and have tons of flavor and health benefits from all of the spices. I wanted to make a recipe inspired by my mom for International Women’s Month because she has inspired me in the kitchen for as long as I can remember. Love highlighting all of the amazing women out there!
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Moroccan Meatballs with Shallot Yogurt Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 85% lean
- 1/2 cup @bobsredmill almond flour
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp minced fresh parsley leaves
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- Olive oil for frying
- Crushed pistachios to top
Yogurt sauce:
- 1 cup full fat Greek yogurt
- 1 lemon juiced
- 2 tbsp fresh mint chopped
- 1 shallot minced
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- First make the yogurt sauce. Mix together the lemon juice, Greek yogurt and mint in a medium sized bowl. In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium low heat. Add in the shallots and chili flakes and simmer until the shallots are crispy. Add to the yogurt and place in the fridge.
- Combine all of the ingredients for the meatballs in a large mixing bowl. Form into about 2 inch balls.
- In a large skillet, heat a generous amount of olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add in the meatballs being careful not to overcrowd the pan so they brown properly. Cook for 3-4 minutes each side or until cooked through.
- Serve on top of the yogurt sauce and top with pistachios, dill and mint. Would also pair great with my cucumber salad! Makes 4 servings.