These Middle Eastern Cumin Meatballs are a flavorful and aromatic dish that will transport you to the streets of the Middle East. Made with a combination of ground beef, cumin, garlic, and fresh herbs, these meatballs are juicy and packed with spices. Serve them with some pita bread, hummus, and a salad for a complete and satisfying meal. This recipe is easy to make and is perfect for both weeknight dinners and entertaining guests.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, for cooking
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, parsley, minced garlic, cumin, salt, black pepper, coriander, cinnamon, and beaten egg. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a golf ball.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning them occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
- Remove the meatballs from the skillet and drain them on a paper towel to remove any excess oil.
- Serve the Middle Eastern Cumin Meatballs with pita bread, hummus, and a salad for a complete meal. Enjoy!
