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Lamb meatballs served with mint sauce
Juicy lamb meatballs paired with a refreshing mint yogurt sauce

Mediterranean Lamb Meatballs with Yogurt Mint Dip

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses
Lamb's distinctive, bold flavor and higher fat content cry out for a fresh, acidic companion. The genius of Mediterranean cuisine lies in this contrast: the cold, yogurt-mint sauce cuts through the hot, spiced meat, keeping every bite balanced and refreshing.
🕒 Prep Time 25 mins
🍳 Cook Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 45 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 550 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Mediterranean

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Frying pan
  • Tray

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Egg
⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Finely chop onion, garlic, parsley. Mix in bowl with lamb, crumbs, egg, cumin, salt, pepper.

Tip: If crumbs are dry, sprinkle with a tbsp of milk/water before adding to prevent sucking moisture from meat.
2 ✓

Knead well, form walnut-sized balls. Chill 20 mins.

Tip: Chilling sets fat so they hold shape in hot pan.
3 ✓

Heat oil on medium. Fry balls 8-10 mins, turning often, until brown and cooked.

Tip: Don't overcrowd pan; cooling oil causes steaming instead of frying.
4 ✓

For sauce, chop mint finely. Mix with yogurt, lemon juice, pinch of salt/pepper.

Tip: Yogurt fat carries mint oils and balances lemon acid.
5 ✓

Serve hot meatballs with cold sauce. Great with pita.

Recipe FAQ

Why do they fall apart?
Lack of binder (egg, crumbs) or turning too early. Let a crust form!
Can I substitute lamb?
Yes, beef/pork mix works, but lamb gives the authentic taste.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground Lamb
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 1 pc Egg
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 pc Onion
  • 1 bunch Fresh Parsley
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 bunch Fresh Mint Leaves
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil (for frying)