Pomegranate Molasses Glazed Meatballs

Name: Pomegranate Molasses Glazed Meatballs
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings (as appetizer)
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground beef; 1/2 lb ground lamb; 1/4 cup breadcrumbs; 1 small onion, grated; 1 tsp ground allspice; 1/2 cup pomegranate molasses; 2 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1/4 cup pomegranate arils; 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint

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These Pomegranate Molasses Glazed Meatballs are an irresistible appetizer or main course that beautifully balances sweet and savory flavors. A blend of ground beef and lamb is seasoned with warm spices like allspice and cinnamon, then baked until juicy. They're tossed in a reduction of pomegranate molasses, lemon juice, and a touch of honey, creating a glossy, sticky glaze that clings to each meatball. Garnished with fresh pomegranate arils and mint, they are bursting with Middle Eastern-inspired flavor. Perfect for entertaining, these meatballs can be served as finger food with toothpicks or as a main dish over rice pilaf.

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A bowl of glazed meatballs garnished with pomegranate seeds and mint

Prep Time20 min

Cook Time25 min

Servings4 servings (as appetizer)

Equipment

Baking sheetMixing bowlSmall saucepan

Ingredients

1/2 lb ground beef1/2 lb ground lamb1/4 cup breadcrumbs1 small onion, grated1 tsp ground allspice1/2 cup pomegranate molasses2 tbsp honey1 tbsp lemon juice1/4 cup pomegranate arils2 tbsp chopped fresh mint

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2
In a bowl, combine beef, lamb, breadcrumbs, grated onion, allspice, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and form into 1-inch meatballs.
3
Place meatballs on baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes until cooked through.
4
Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine pomegranate molasses, honey, and lemon juice. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
5
Toss baked meatballs in the glaze. Serve warm, garnished with pomegranate arils and mint.