Speedy Moroccan Meatballs
This hearty and flavorful meal features ready-made meatballs cooked in a sweet and savory tomato sauce with tender apricots and aromatic spices. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of toasted flaked almonds and fresh coriander, adding a delightful crunch and brightness to each bite. Enjoy this delicious creation that's sure to impress your dinner guests!
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 350g pack ready-made beef or chicken meatballs (approx 16)
- 1 large onion , sliced
- 100g dried apricots , halved
- 1 small cinnamon stick
- 400g tin chopped tomatoes with garlic
- 25g toasted flaked almonds
- handful coriander , roughly chopped
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large deep frying pan, then fry the meatballs for 10 mins, turning occasionally until cooked through. Scoop out of the pan and set aside, then cook the onion for 5 mins, until softened.
- Add the dried apricots, cinnamon stick, tomatoes and half a can of water to the pan, then bring to the boil and simmer for 10 mins. Remove the cinnamon stick. Return the meatballs to the pan and coat well with the tomato sauce. Serve sprinkled with the almonds and coriander.
Cook Time
15M
Prep Time
PT5M
Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition
- Calories: 388 calories
- Fat Content: 25 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 9 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 24 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 17 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 6 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 18 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 1.58 milligram of sodium
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