Recipe

Lamb Meatballs with Pasta and Ricotta

Darren Robertson shares his family favourite Lamb Meatball recipe. This dish is perfect for a family get together and makes a quick mid-week meal. Try getting the kids involved shaping the meatballs!

  • Serves 4
  • Prep Time 5 mins
  • Cooking Time 25mins
Lamb Meatballs with Pasta and Ricotta

Ingredients

  • Serves 4
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Method

  1. Mix the lamb mince, 1tsp paprika, herbs and diced onion. Shape mixture into meatballs. 
  2. Heat oil in a large non-stick pan, brown meatballs in the pan for 5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat and add the diced eggplant, onion, garlic, bay and rosemary. Cook for 5 mins, stirring occasionally. 
  4. Add honey and tomatoes. Bring to boil, addthe lamb meatballs back to the pan, cook for another 4 - 5 minutes.
  5. Spoon on the fresh cheese, season with olive oil and fresh herbs. Grate over a little more cheese if you wish.
  6. Serve with pasta, couscous, steamed brown rice or a baked potato.