Harissa Beef Meatballs with Yogurt Sauce and Garlic Naan
Savor the spicy goodness of Harissa Beef Meatballs paired with a cooling Yogurt Sauce and warm Garlic Naan. This delightful dish brings a vibrant flavor profile to your table, perfect for everything from casual weeknight dinners to gatherings with friends. The heat from the harissa is beautifully balanced by the creamy yogurt, providing an unforgettable taste experience. Plus, these meatballs are quick and easy to prepare, ensuring you can whip them up in no time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 meatballs (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons harissa paste
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef with harissa paste, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and golden.
- While baking, mix Greek yogurt in a small bowl; add herbs or spices if desired.
- Serve warm meatballs alongside yogurt sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg