MEATBALLS WITH RAISINS AND HONEY

Meatballs with Raisins and Honey image

This recipe brings a touch of middle east kitchen to regular meat balls, by simmering them in a sweet cinnamon sauce with raisins.

Provided by ELINOAR

Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatball Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 ¾ pounds minced beef
5 onions, finely chopped
2 eggs
salt and pepper to taste
1 slice bread, soaked in water and drained
¾ cup oil for frying
¾ cup raisins
¾ cup water
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

In a medium bowl, mix together the meat, one onion, eggs, and bread. Season with salt and pepper. Form into small balls. Heat 1/4 cup of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the meatballs until browned. Remove from heat, and set aside.
In a large saucepan, heat remaining 1/2 cup of oil. Fry the remaining 4 onions until golden. Carefully add the meatballs. Mix in the raisins, cinnamon, honey, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about an hour. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.8 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 172 mg, Sugar 20.7 g