Lamb Meatballs with Harissa

Ingredients (20)

• Meatballs:
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
• 3 dates, diced
• 1 pound ground lamb
• 2/3 cup cooked couscous
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, minced
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• Olive oil for cooking
• Harissa Sauce:
• 3-4 red jalapenos, seeded and chopped
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 roasted red pepper
• 2 teaspoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons caraway seeds, toasted and ground
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted and ground
• 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked is best)
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• Course salt