Harissa Beef Meatballs with Yogurt Sauce and Garlic Naan
Harissa Beef Meatballs with Yogurt Sauce and Garlic Naan presents a delightful fusion of bold and cooling flavors. This dish features spicy beef meatballs crafted with aromatic harissa paste, perfectly complemented by a creamy yogurt sauce that offers a refreshing contrast. Ideal for gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, these meatballs are both easy to prepare and impressively tasty. Served alongside warm garlic naan, they create a satisfying meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
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 to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, harissa paste, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a parchment-lined baking tray.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and slightly browned.
- While baking, whisk together the Greek yogurt and salt in a separate bowl; refrigerate until serving.
- Serve the meatballs hot with warm garlic naan and drizzle with yogurt sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg