Lamb Kofta Style Meatballs with Couscous

Herby lamb meatballs in a rich tomato sauce served over fluffy couscous.

SHOPPING LIST

• lamb mince500g
• couscous300g
• onion1
• garlic clove2
• ground cumin1 tsp
• ground coriander1 tsp
• ground cinnamon1/2 tsp
• chopped tomatoes400g tin
• tomato puree1 tbsp
• olive oil2 tbsp
• salt1 tsp
• black pepper1 tsp

METHOD

1. 1Grate the onion and crush the garlic, then mix with the lamb mince, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt and pepper.
2. 2Form the mixture into 16 small meatballs.
3. 3Heat the oil in a frying pan and brown the meatballs for 5 minutes, turning occasionally.
4. 4Add the chopped tomatoes, tomato puree and 100ml water, then simmer for 15 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through.
5. 5Meanwhile, pour 300ml boiling water over the couscous in a bowl, cover and leave for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
6. 6Serve the meatballs and sauce over the couscous.

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