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Spiced Lamb Meatballs in Creamy Tomato Sauce with Zucchini Noodles

30 min4 servings🍳 1 pan$18.75420 cal · 38g protein

Ingredients

  • ground lamb1¾ lb
  • zucchini2 lb
  • heavy cream1 cup
  • crushed tomatoes1 can (14 oz)
  • cumin and cinnamon1½ tsp
  • garlic and onion1 small onion and 3 cloves
  • olive oil2 tbsp
  • salt and pepperto taste tsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix ground lamb with minced garlic, diced onion, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper, then roll into 16 meatballs and brown in olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 6 minutes, turning occasionally.

  2. 2

    Spiralize zucchini into noodles and set aside on paper towels to drain excess moisture.

  3. 3

    Pour crushed tomatoes into the skillet with meatballs, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 8 minutes, then stir in heavy cream and cook for 2 more minutes.

  4. 4

    Toss zucchini noodles into the sauce just before serving, gently combining so they warm through without becoming mushy.

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