Darren Robertson shares his family favourite Lamb Meatball recipe. This dish is perfect for a family get together and makes a quick mid-week meal. Try getting the kids involved shaping the meatballs!
Ingredients:
500g lamb mince
2 brown onions (diced)
1 sprig rosemary (chopped)
2 bay leaves
3 garlic cloves (minced)
1 eggplant (diced)
1 tin crushed tomatoes
2 tsp sweet paprika
1 tsp honey
100g fresh ricotta
150g pasta
a hand full fresh
olive oil
parmesan, to finish
Directions:
Mix the lamb mince, 1tsp paprika, herbs and diced onion. Shape mixture into meatballs.
Heat oil in a large non-stick pan, brown meatballs in the pan for 5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Reduce heat and add the diced eggplant, onion, garlic, bay and rosemary. Cook for 5 mins, stirring occasionally.
Add honey and tomatoes. Bring to boil, addthe lamb meatballs back to the pan, cook for another 4 - 5 minutes.
Spoon on the fresh cheese, season with olive oil and fresh herbs. Grate over a little more cheese if you wish.
Serve with pasta, couscous, steamed brown rice or a baked potato.
