Kosher Meatballs Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground kosher beef (preferably 80% lean)
• 1/2 pound ground kosher veal
• 1 large egg (room temperature)
• 1/4 cup matzo meal
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 cup cold water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (preferably no salt added)
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
• 1/2 cup water or kosher beef broth