Crispy Lamb Meatballs With Chickpeas and Eggplant - Alison Roman

Crispy Lamb Meatballs With Chickpeas and Eggplant - Alison Roman

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This dish does not shy away from fat in the best way possible. From the lamb to the olive oil to the yogurt used as a sauce at the end, this is a one-skillet meal that feels worthy of a weekend...

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Cooking tools:

  • Mixing bowl
  • Parchment-lined baking sheet
  • Plate
  • Skillet
  • Stove
  • Spatula
  • Serving platter
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Citrus press
  • Measuring spoon
  • Measuring cup
  • Kitchen shears
  • Spoon
  • Tongs

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds ground lamb, pork or beef
  • 1 ½ teaspoons fennel seeds
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes , plus more as needed
  • Kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 tablespoons olive oil , plus more as needed
  • 1 medium eggplant , sliced about 1/4-inch thick
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas , drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt , labneh or sour cream
  • 3 cups mixed greens (the more peppery, the better)
  • 1 cup cilantro , leaves and tender stems
  • 1 lemon , halved

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