Keftikés De Nogáda

Ingredients

• •1 lb ground beef or lamb
• •1 small onion, finely grated
• •2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• •1 egg
• •1/3 cup matzah meal or breadcrumbs
• •1 tsp kosher salt
• •1/2 tsp black pepper
• •1/2 tsp ground cumin
• •3 tbsp olive oil, for frying
• •1 1/2 cups walnuts, finely ground
• •1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• •1 1/2 cups beef or chicken broth
• •2 tbsp lemon juice
• •1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, combine the ground meat, grated onion, parsley, egg, matzah meal, salt, pepper, and cumin.

2. 2

   Mix gently until just combined, then form into small meatballs or oval croquettes.

3. 3

   Heat the olive oil in a wide skillet and lightly brown the meatballs on all sides; remove and set aside.

4. 4

   In a saucepan, combine the ground walnuts, chopped parsley, garlic, broth, and lemon juice.

5. 5

   Cook the sauce over low heat, stirring frequently, until thick and creamy.

6. 6

   Return the meatballs to the sauce and spoon the sauce over them evenly.

7. 7

   Cover and simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes, until the meatballs are fully cooked and the flavors meld.

8. 8

   Serve warm with bread, rice, or other Sabbath side dishes.