Moroccan-Inspired Lamb Meatball Tagine
in Tomato Sauce
a dinner recipe
Kimberly, a self-taught baker and food photographer, discovered her passion for both through experimentation. She wants to inspire others to enjoy baking and show that creating delicious treats is possible with patience and creativity. Her food photography showcases the beauty and joy of baking, encouraging others to try it themselves.
Join me in a culinary adventure to Morocco with this delicious lamb meatball tagine infused with Moroccan-inspired flavors. The dish features my Harvest Spice blend, along with earthy turmeric, fresh mint and smoky cumin, all simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Each bite promises an exquisite and exotic journey for your taste buds.
TIME (ACTIVE) | 30 M
TIME (INACTIVE) | 40 M
TOTAL | 1 H 10 M
4 SERVINGS
| 5 meatballs per serving
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SPECIAL EQUIPMENT:
DUTCH OVEN WITH LID OR TAGINE WITH DIFFUSER
In a small bowl, prepare the spices by combining all the spice ingredients. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix all the meatball ingredients and 2 tsp of the prepared spices. Form the meat mixture into small, ping-pong sized balls and set aside on a plate. Makes around 20 to 22 meatballs.
Heat a dutch oven, or tagine with diffuser, on medium heat. Add 2 tbsp of cooking oil to the pot and brown the meatballs. Remove from the pot and set aside.
Add the onions to the pot and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the chopped garlic and sauteé until fragrant, about 1 minute, then stir in the remaining prepared spice. Next, add the tomato paste and stir until it darkens, 1 minute. Stir in tomato pureé, chicken stock, the browned meatballs, and salt and pepper to taste. Cover pot with lid and let simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until the meatballs have cooked through.
Serve with your favorite rice or pita bread.
Store any leftover meatballs tightly covered in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
The ground lamb can be substituted with ground beef or ground turkey. Depending on which protein you choose, the cooking times will vary. If using ground turkey, check for doneness around 20 minutes.
ground
This highly aromatic spice is pungent and earthy in flavor. An essential spice in Mexican, Indian, and North African cooking.
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2 oz - JAR$6
2 oz - REFILL$5
ground
Dried ground ginger is an aromatic and pungent spice with citrusy, even woodsy, notes. Used in baked goods and ginger-flavored favs.
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1.6 oz - JAR$6
1.6 oz - REFILL$5
6 oz - REFILL$13
ground
Ground cayenne is bright orange in color with a strong lingering heat and a pungent aroma and flavor. Our cayenne is not too hot for everyday use.
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2 oz - JAR$6
2 oz - REFILL$5
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ground
Ground turmeric will impart your dish with a vibrant yellow hue; it will also imbue a mild earthy-sweet flavor with a slight edge of pepperiness. Famously found in curry spice blends.
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2.5 oz - JAR$5
2.5 oz - REFILL$4
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Sweet + Savory Blend
spice blend collab
When creating this spice blend, I was inspired by my childhood growing up in a West Indian household, which is why it’s named Harvest Spice; for the cozy feeling of home and nostalgia the aroma of this blend invokes. The spices I used for this blend were all part of the dishes we enjoyed, especially during the holidays when the sweet scent of cinnamon, warm clove, citrusy cardamom, aromatic nutmeg, and peppery allspice permeated the air. I wanted this blend to pull double duty in the kitchen, so I added earthy coriander and the subdued bite of white pepper to bridge the gap between sweet and savory.
This incredibly versatile spice blend has limitless uses:
Breakfast recipes such as French toast or baked oatmealBaked goods such as pies, cakes, and cookiesMeat and poultry dishes, like Moroccan-inspired stews
Tips:
Add Harvest Spice to dry ingredients for sweet treats, then follow the recipe as instructed.When preparing your savory dishes, add the spices after the aromatics have softened and sautee briefly to avoid burning. This method allows the flavors to bloom and be efficiently distributed throughout the dish.
