Moroccan Lamb Cocktail Meatballs

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 2
Moroccan Lamb Cocktail Meatballs, a perfect addition to your party platter
in Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/3 cup boiling water
1 teaspoon instant chicken bouillon granule
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup dry couscous
1 lb ground lamb
1 beaten egg
12 ounces canned beef gravy
1/2 cup dried apricot , halved
1/3 cup apricot preserves
1 cup nonfat beef broth
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup raisins

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
399
Sugar
19g
Fat
27g
Moroccan Lamb Cocktail Meatballs are a flavorful way to spice up your party platter. Made with ground lamb, couscous, and spices, these meatballs have a savory flavor with a hint of sweetness. When combined with the apricot sauce, the taste and aroma of these meatballs is truly exotic. The couscous in the meat mixture keeps the meatballs moist and adds a unique texture to each bite. This recipe is easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, making it a great choice for entertaining guests. Serve on toothpicks for a quick and easy party snack or serve over rice for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2.In a medium bowl, combine the boiling water, chicken bouillon, onion salt, and pepper. Stir well to dissolve. Add in the couscous and mix until moistened. Let sit for 5 minutes to cool.
3.In a separate large bowl, mix together the ground lamb, beaten egg, and cooled couscous mixture. Mix until well combined.
4.Roll the mixture into meatballs, approximately 1 inch in size. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5.Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
6.Meanwhile, heat up the beef gravy in a saucepan. Add in the dried apricot, apricot preserves, nonfat beef broth, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and raisins. Stir to combine and heat through.
7.Once the meatballs are ready, remove them from the oven and place them into the saucepan with the gravy. Stir the meatballs in the sauce until well coated.
8.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

Moroccan Lamb Cocktail Meatballs have a unique and exotic taste, making them a perfect addition to any party platter.
The couscous added to the meat mixture makes them moist and tender.

CONS

Since lamb is high in fat, these meatballs are not a low-calorie option.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is an excellent source of protein and is high in B vitamins, iron and zinc. Apricots are high in antioxidants, fiber, and vitamin A. The spices, turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon, have anti-inflammatory properties and support healthy digestion.

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