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Albondias (Savoury Meatballs)
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 50 Minutes
Ready In: 50 Minutes
Servings: 4
Taken from 'Slimming World' magazine - make double and freeze for a delicious supper on standby - worth the effort
Ingredients:
794 g pork (minced, extra-lean)
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
salt and pepper
1 onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, crushed
400 g chopped tomatoes (canned)
1/4 teaspoon artificial sweetener
1 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika
salt and pepper
parsley (large handful of fresh, finely chopped)
Directions:
1. Put the mince, garlic, egg yolk and spices (garlic, cumin, coriander, nutmeg and cinnamon) in a bowl and using your fingers, mix until well combined. season, Cover and chill in the fridge for 1-2 hours.
2. To make the sauce, heat a large frying pan sprayed with fry light and add the onion and garlic. Cook over a medium heat for 5-6 minutes. Add the tomatoes, sweeteer and paprika and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat to low cover and simmer gently for 12-15 minutes stirring occasionally.
3. For the meatballs, make small balls from the mince mixture (allow 5-6 per serving) Add the meatballs to the sauce in a single layer and stir gently., Continue to cook for a gentle heat for 12-15 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened. Remove from the heat and season to taste. Serve in warmed bowls, scattered with the chopped parsley.
By RecipeOfHealth.com