Keftedes with Tomato Sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, grated onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, chopped mint, egg, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

2. 2

   Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a walnut.

3. 3

   Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and fry until they are browned on all sides. Remove the meatballs from the pan and set aside.

4. 4

   In the same pan, add the canned tomatoes and sugar. Stir well and bring to a simmer.

5. 5

   Return the meatballs to the pan with the tomato sauce. Cover and let simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

6. 6

   Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the keftedes hot with the tomato sauce.