Meatballs with Lemon and celeriac

Time

50"

Guest

4

Nutrition

Protein, vitamins B6, C and K, phosphorus, potassium and manganese iron, zinc, selenium, thiamine.

Ingredients

  • 400g beef mince
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 120g fresh breadcrumbs
  • 20g parsley
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small celeriac
  • 3 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 500ml chicken stock 
  • 3 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp ground tumeric
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 2 tsp fennel seeds,lightly crushed
  • Salt and Pepper 

Method

  • Put all the mince, onion, breadcrumbs, parsley, egg,1/2the spices and salt and pepper into a large bowl.
  • Mix all together by using your hands and make about 20 small balls and set aside.
  • Put the oil in a frying pan, add the meatballs and sear for about 5 minutes, turning them so they do not burn.
  • Transfer them to a separate plate.
  • In the pan add  the celeriac, garlic and remaining spices and cook for 2 minutes until the garlic has take coloured and the spices smell good.
  • Return the meatballs to the pan and add the stock and lemon juice and more salt and pepper if need be.
  • Simmer gently until the meatballs are cooked and celeriac is nice and soft.. 30 minutes.You can put a lid on the pan.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and allow it to sit for 5 minutes and serve with lovely steamed rice or couscous.
  • recipe: by Ottolengi