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Mediterranean Lamb Meatballs with Creamy Tahini Sauce

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Juicy Mediterranean-style lamb meatballs infused with herbs and spices, seared until golden and served with a creamy lemon-tahini sauce. Balanced with fresh cucumber and cherry tomatoes, this dish makes a flavorful appetizer or a rich main course.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground lamb
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for searing)
  • Tahini Sauce:
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2–3 tablespoons warm water (to thin)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, garlic, onion, parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
  2. Roll into 1.5-inch meatballs and set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs in batches, searing until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8–10 minutes total.
  4. While the meatballs cook, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and salt. Add warm water gradually to reach a smooth, pourable consistency.
  5. Drizzle the tahini sauce over the cooked meatballs.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with cucumber slices and cherry tomatoes.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender.
  • Chilling the meatballs for 10–15 minutes before cooking helps them hold shape better.
  • Serve with pita, hummus, or a grain like couscous for a full meal.

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Keywords: lamb meatballs, Mediterranean recipe, tahini sauce, halal lamb, skillet meatballs

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