A flavorful and aromatic dish inspired by North African cuisine, featuring spiced meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce.
Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Ensure the oil is hot before adding ingredients to prevent sticking.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté until softened.
Stir frequently to avoid burning the garlic.
Stir in the lemon zest, white wine, and crushed tomatoes. Let it simmer for 10 minutes.
Simmering allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, rolled oats, cumin, cinnamon, cilantro, egg, and tomato paste. Mix gently until just combined.
Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Wet your hands slightly to prevent the mixture from sticking.
Heat another drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides.
Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the skillet.
Transfer the browned meatballs to the saucepan with the sauce and simmer for 20 minutes.
Cover the saucepan partially to retain moisture while allowing the sauce to thicken.
Serve the meatballs and sauce over cooked couscous or with warm bread.
Garnish with additional fresh cilantro for a burst of color and flavor.
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