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Moroccan-Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Fluffy Couscous

Transport your taste buds to North Africa with these succulent lamb meatballs, generously seasoned with an aromatic Moroccan spice blend. They're gently simmered in a vibrant, rich tomato sauce and served atop a bed of light, fluffy couscous, creating a comforting and deeply flavorful meal perfect for any family dinner.

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HOW TO MAKE IT

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In a medium bowl, combine the ground lamb with cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well and form into 12-15 small meatballs.

02

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and brown them on all sides for 5-7 minutes. Remove meatballs from the skillet and set aside.

03

Pour the can of diced tomatoes and 1/2 cup chicken broth into the same skillet. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

04

Return the browned meatballs to the skillet, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.

05

While the meatballs simmer, prepare the couscous according to package directions. Typically, this involves combining 1/2 cup couscous with 1/2 cup boiling water or broth, covering, and letting it sit for 5 minutes until fluffy.

06

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley into the meatballs and sauce. Serve the meatballs and sauce immediately over the prepared couscous.

About This Recipe

Transport your taste buds to North Africa with these succulent lamb meatballs, generously seasoned with an aromatic Moroccan spice blend. They're gently simmered in a vibrant, rich tomato sauce and served atop a bed of light, fluffy couscous, creating a comforting and deeply flavorful meal perfect for any family dinner.
Moroccan-Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Fluffy Couscous
Simple ingredients.
Big flavor.
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Chef's Tips

For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or ginger to the lamb mixture. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the finished dish brightens the flavors.
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Easy Substitutions

Ground beef or turkey can be used instead of lamb. Vegetable broth can replace chicken broth for a lighter option. If you don't have couscous, serve with rice or quinoa.
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Storage & Reheating

Store leftover meatballs and sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Store cooked couscous separately. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
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