Ingredients

• 1 lb ground lamb (see note)
• ¼ cup grated onion
• 3 teaspoons minced garlic
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• ¼ teaspoon coriander
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 large egg
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• ¼ cup parsley
• 1 tablespoon mint leaves (optional)

Instructions

1. Add the ground meat to a large bowl. Stir in the grated onion, garlic, and all of the seasonings until evenly combined.
2. Mix in the egg, breadcrumbs, parsley, and mint until the mixture is well incorporated.
3. Shape the mixture into tablespoon-sized meatballs.
4. To pan-fry: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs for 3–4 minutes per side, turning until browned and cooked through.
5. To bake: Preheat the oven to 400℉. Arrange the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15–18 minutes, flipping each meatball halfway through the cooking time.

Notes

• Nutrition values are approximate and may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.
• Lean ground beef or ground turkey can be substituted for the lamb if desired.