Spiced Lamb Kefta Meatballs

Succulent lamb meatballs mixed with pine nuts, currants, and aromatic spices, shaped into traditional keftas and fried until golden brown.

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Estimated Nutrition

Calories

146.1

kcal / serving

2045.2 kcal total

Carbs

3.9g

per serving

54.8 g total

Fat

10.9g

per serving

152.1 g total

Protein

8.5g

per serving

118.5 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

meatballs

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy

piece

Egg

free-range, beaten

Fruits

handful

Currants

large handful

Meat

500

Lamb Mince

not too lean

NutsSeeds

tsp

Turmeric

heaped

0.5

tsp

Cinnamon

ground

2.5

tsp

Cumin

ground

1.5

tsp

Sea Salt

crushed

Pine Nut

lightly toasted

Flat leaf Parsley

leaves and stalks finely chopped

OilsFats

drizzle

Vegetable Oil

for frying

Vegetables

piece

Onion

minced or very finely chopped

Method

Keep cooked kefta warm in the oven and serve hot.

Preheat the oven to 140°C and line a dish with baking paper.

Mix all ingredients except oil in a bowl with your hands until the meat breaks down.

Shape the mixture into 5cm elongated sausage-like pieces or meatballs.

Heat oil in a pan and fry the kefta in batches until browned on all sides.