
Beef Meatballs Simmered with Peas and Tomatoes
Dive into a comforting culinary journey where savory beef meatballs simmer slowly in a tomato sauce fragrant with Mediterranean spices. This easy and economical recipe transports you to the South with its sunny aromas. Peas bring a delicate freshness that perfectly balances the richness of the spiced meatballs. A family dish that warms hearts and brings people together around authentic and generous flavors.

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Con:
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- 1
Finely grate the onion and chop the garlic. In a bowl, mix all the meatball ingredients. Form meatballs 3-4 cm in diameter.
- 2
In a Dutch oven, heat the oil and brown the meatballs on all sides for 5-6 minutes. Set aside.
- 3
In the same pot, sauté the sliced onion and chopped garlic for 3-4 minutes. Add the spices and tomato paste, stir for 1 minute.
- 4
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and sugar, simmer for 5 minutes.
- 5
Return the meatballs to the sauce. Add the peas and a little water if needed. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes over low heat.
- 6
Sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro and serve hot.

- Lightly toast the spices for more aroma
- Breadcrumbs help maintain the shape of the meatballs
- Use frozen peas for more convenience
- Slow cooking is essential to develop flavors
- Serve with basmati rice, couscous or flatbread
- A cucumber and mint salad will add freshness
- Keeps for 3 days in the refrigerator and freezes well
- Flavors improve the next day
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