Ethiopian Meatballs and Couscous - A Duck's Oven

Ethiopian Meatballs and Couscous - A Duck's Oven

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Ethiopian inspired meatballs cooked in a spicy, fragrant tomato sauce and served over couscous. Topped with feta cheese for a creamy kick!

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Ingredients

  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground fenugreek
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp turmeric
  • 4 tbsp hot pepper flakes (Yes, tablespoons! Not a typo!)
  • 2 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp ginger powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp ground allspice
  • ¾ tsp cardamom
  • ½ tsp ground cloves
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup couscous
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (separated)
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp berbere (less if you’re sensitive to spice)
  • 1 14 oz can tomato sauce
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • ½ tsp sugar
  • Crumbled feta cheese (for serving)

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