Moroccan Meatballs with Pistachios

For something a bit different that's easy to cook, try Moroccan Meatballs with Pistachios, a tasty alternative.

Ingredients:

500g lean lamb mince
½ cup dry breadcrumbs
1 clove crushed garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin powder
½ teaspoon ground coriander powder
60g pistachios kernels, chopped
salt and cracked black pepper
1 clove crushed garlic, extra
pinch chilli powder
700mls tomato passatta (puree)
¼ cup chopped flat leaf parsley

Method:

Place the lamb mince, breadcrumbs, garlic, cumin, coriander, pistachios, salt and pepper in a large bowl and mix until fully combined. Roll the mixture into walnut sized balls and place on a baking tray lined with non stick baking paper. Refrigerate for 10 minutes.

While the meatballs are chilling, heat a saucepan over medium heat. Spray lightly with oil spray and add the extra garlic and chilli powder. Cook, stirring for 1 minute then add the tomato passatta. Simmer for 10 minutes and set aside.

Heat a non stick frying pan over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 5 minutes, turning regularly until golden and nearly cooked through. Pour over the tomato sauce and cook for a further 5 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Serves 4.


Nutrient content per serve
Energy 1445kJ (345kcal), Protein 32g, Total fat 17g, Saturated fat 5g (30% of total fat), Monounsaturated fat 7g, Polyunsaturated fat 3g, Carbohydrates 16g, Fibre 6g

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