Lamb & Eggplant Meatballs
Lamb and eggplant – you are a match made in Mediterranean heaven! Seriously, it is one of those combinations that just work together no matter how you pair them. When cooked together lamb and eggplant a roast, salad or pasta dish are all divine. So when I was looking to create something for an afternoon catch-up with the neighbours a meatballs sprang to mind. I had just picked a couple of eggplants from the garden and thought that they would add a lovely twist along with the lamb. Seasoned with sumac, garlic, herbs and plenty of lemon, they were delicious. A perfect bite to enjoy on a warm afternoon with friends.
Meatballs are such a versatile thing too. These lamb & eggplant meatballs could be served with a side of Greek salad, some fried haloumi and warm pita bread to turn it into something more substantial. Or wrapped in pita bread with tzatziki, lettuce and diced tomatoes for a quick lunch. Otherwise, serve as I did – with a large bowl of garlicky tzatziki to dip into and enjoy!
