Lamb Meatballs, Persian Style

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Course : Lamb
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 7
 

Ingredients:

3/4 cup bulgur or cracked wheat
2 cups boiling water
2 pounds boneless lamb stew meat
1/2 cup yellow onion
1/2 cup pine nuts
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 large egg
1 teaspoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh dill weed
1 tablespoons fresh mint
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
 

Preparation:

1>. In a small bowl allow the bulgar to soak in the boiling water for 1/2 hour. Drain well. 2>. In a large bowl combine the meatball ingredients, including the drained bulgar, and mix very well. Form into 1-1/2 inch balls and place on a baking sheet. (Keep your hands damp with a little water to facilitate forming the meatballs). 3>. Bake 20 minutes in a pre-heated 375øF oven, or until just cooked through.

 

Nutritional Information:

135 Calories (kcal); 12g Total Fat; (77% calories from fat); 4g Protein; 4g Carbohydrate; 53mg Cholesterol; 172mg Sodium