Moroccan Beef Meatballs

Time

Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · 45 min total

Difficulty

medium

1. 1

   Chop the onions and mince the garlic. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute the onion and garlic for about 3 minutes.

   3 min
3. 3

   In a large bowl combine egg, milk, breadcrumbs, 1/3 cup parsley, chili powder, and cinnamon. Mix well. Add half of the onion mixture and the beef, season to taste with salt and cayenne, and mix well again.

4. 4

   Form the mixture into 2-inch meatballs and place on prepared baking sheet. Spray the tops of the meatballs with cooking spray. Broil 6 inches from heat, turning to brown on all sides.

5. 5

   Add tomato sauce and cumin to the remaining onion and garlic mixture in the skillet. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Put the browned meatballs into the sauce. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes. Turn the meatballs occasionally with a slotted spoon while simmering.

   15 min
7. 7

   Top with remaining parsley. Serve meatballs and sauce over couscous or rice.

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