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Middle Eastern meatballs

Filling and colourful, these lamb meatballs feature all the flavours of the Middle East in one delicious package. Pair with couscous salad and creamy hummus for the ultimate lunch or dinner
Middle Eastern meatballsRodney Macuja/Bauersyndication.com.au
4
55M
15M
1H 10M

Ingredients

Couscous salad

Method

Middle Eastern meatballs

1.In a frying pan, heat oil on medium. Sauté onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes. Add spices and herbs, then cook for 1-2 minutes. Cool slightly.
2.In a bowl, combine mince and onion mixture. Shape into 12 balls, then cover and chill for 30 minutes.
3.In a frying pan, heat oil on medium. Cook meatballs for 8-10 minutes. Drain.
4.Arrange leaves on pita. Top each with couscous, salad and three meatballs. Serve with hummus.

Couscous salad

5.Place couscous in a heat-proof bowl and pour water over. Cover and set aside for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork to separate grains, then allow to cool. Stir remaining ingredients through and season to taste.

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