Moroccan Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Apricot Couscous
Step out of your weeknight dinner rut with our Week 16 stellar recommendation! These juicy, spice-infused lamb meatballs served over fluffy apricot couscous bring a vibrant, restaurant-quality Moroccan experience straight to your dining table. It is the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and aromatic flavors for an exciting and unforgettable meal.
In short
Moroccan Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Apricot Couscous takes about 45 minutes (20 min prep, 25 min cooking), serves 4 and needs 11 ingredients.
Ingredients
- Lamb mince500 g
- Ras el hanout spice blend2 tbsp
- Garlic cloves3 pcs
- Fresh coriander1 bunch
- Couscous200 g
- Chicken broth250 ml
- Dried apricots50 g
- Flaked almonds40 g
- Greek yogurt150 g
- Fresh mint1 bunch
- Olive oil2 tbsp
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the lamb mince, Ras el hanout, minced garlic, finely chopped coriander, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly using your hands to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
- 2
Roll the seasoned meat mixture into golf-ball-sized meatballs. You should get about 16 to 20 meatballs in total depending on the size.
- 3
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the meatballs for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are beautifully browned on all sides and cooked completely through.
- 4
While the meatballs are cooking, place the couscous and chopped dried apricots in a heatproof bowl. Bring the chicken broth to a boil, pour it over the couscous mixture, cover tightly with a plate or cling film, and let it sit for 5 to 7 minutes.
- 5
In a small bowl, stir together the Greek yogurt, finely chopped fresh mint, and a small pinch of salt to create a cooling, refreshing sauce.
- 6
Remove the cover from the couscous, fluff it gently with a fork, and stir in the flaked almonds. Serve the hot spiced meatballs over a bed of the apricot couscous, topped with a generous dollop of the mint yogurt.
Questions and answers
How long does Moroccan Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Apricot Couscous take?
About 45 minutes in total: 20 minutes prep and 25 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 11 ingredients: Lamb mince, Ras el hanout spice blend, Garlic cloves, Fresh coriander, Couscous, Chicken broth …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
