Ramadan Recipe: Cherry Meatballs
- Publish date: Thursday، 02 January 2025 Last update: Wednesday، 19 February 2025
Cherry Meatballs are a delightful sweet-and-savory dish perfect for Ramadan Iftar. Juicy meatballs are simmered in a rich, tangy cherry sauce made with cherries, honey, and warm spices like cinnamon and cloves. The combination of tender meat and the sweet, slightly tart sauce creates a harmonious flavor. Serve warm as an appetizer or alongside rice for a unique, comforting addition to your Iftar table.
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Ingredients of Cherry Meatballs
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- 20 Minutes
- 5 Serving
- 350 Calories
- 1 kg mince (80% beef, 20% fat)
- ⅓ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp seven spice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Meatballs
- 1 kg cherries (frozen or fresh)
- 2 sticks of cinnamon
- A couple of mastic stones (optional)
- To Serve
- 2 pieces of pita bread
- Pine nuts
Cherry Sauce
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Method & Directions of Cherry Meatballs
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- 25 Minutes
- Prepare the Meatballs
تم نسخ الرابطMix your mincemeat, parsley, seven spices, olive oil, salt and pepper. Make sure everything is combined well. Shape into medium-sized meatballs, transfer to a baking sheet ,and bake for 20 minutes in a preheated oven at 220 degrees Celsius.
- Make the Sauce
تم نسخ الرابطRemove the cherry pits and blend until smooth. Transfer to a saucepan over medium heat with cinnamon and mastic stones and bring to a boil. Once the meatballs are cooked through, add them to the cherry sauce and let simmer for a few minutes.
- Assemble
تم نسخ الرابطIn a serving dish, place 2 pieces of whole pita bread, add the cherry meatballs over them, and garnish with a sprinkle of parsley and toasted pine nuts.
For even-sized meatballs, use a cookie scooper.
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Nutrition Facts of Cherry Meatballs
| Calories | 350 |
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