Mediterranean Muhammara-Inspired Meatballs
Juicy Mediterranean meatballs made with muhammara sauce, fresh herbs, and ground beef. Oven-roasted and served with grilled vegetables full of bold, Middle Eastern flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Oven-Roasted
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern–inspired
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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- 2 cups muhammara (store-bought or homemade), divided
- 1 lb 80/20 ground beef
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 1/4 tsp sea salt
- Coarse black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint or parsley
- Grilled vegetables, for serving
- Remaining muhammara, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet or prep a cast-iron skillet.
- In a large bowl, combine half of the muhammara, ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and herbs. Use your hands to mix gently until just combined. Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes.
- Use a cookie scoop or your hands to form even meatballs, about 2 tablespoons each.
- Arrange the meatballs on the prepared pan or baking sheet and roast for 18–20 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned.
- Plate the meatballs with grilled vegetables and a bowl of the reserved muhammara.