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AIP LAMB MEATBALLS PALEO WHOLE30

Lamb Meatballs with Tahini Sauce (AIP Modified, Paleo, Whole30)

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Lamb meatballs inspired by traditional kofta, made with ground lamb, fresh herbs, and warm spices like cumin and coriander. They're served over a creamy lemon tahini sauce and topped with with bright mint chimichurri. AIP Modified, Paleo and Whole30.
Total Time:45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Christina Marche

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp tapioca starch
  • 3 cloves minced garlic (about 1 tablespoon) divided
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ¾ tsp ground cumin
  • ¼ tsp ground coriander
  • ½ cup finely chopped fresh parsley, divided
  • ½ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, divided
  • 2 tsp Kosher salt, divided
  • ½ cup water, divided
  • 1 lb ground lamb
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • ½ cup tahini
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, divided
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped mint
  • ½ cup olive oil

Instructions

Make the meatballs

  • Heat the oven to 375°F.
  • In a large bowl, combine the tapioca starch with a half-tablespoon of garlic, the ginger, onion powder, cumin, coriander, half of the parsley, half of the cilantro, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Add ¼ cup of water and whisk until the tapioca starch is fully dissolved into a smooth slurry.
  • Add the ground lamb and mix until the herb and spice slurry is evenly incorporated.
  • Shape into 12–15 one-inch meatballs.
  • Heat the avocado oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and sear, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, 3–5 minutes.
  • Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast until the meatballs are just cooked through, about 10 minutes. Set aside to rest.

Make the tahini sauce

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the tahini, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and a ½ teaspoon of salt. The tahini will seize and thicken; this is normal.
  • Whisk in up to ¼ cup of the remaining water, a little at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. Season to taste.

Make the chimichurri

  • Combine the mint with the remaining parsley, remaining cilantro, remaining garlic, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Stir in the olive oil and the remaining 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Season to taste, adding more lemon juice if desired.

To serve

  • Spread the tahini sauce on a platter and top with the meatballs. Spoon the chimichurri over the top, or serve both sauces on the side for dipping.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: AIP Modified, Paleo, Whole30