Spicy Chicken Meatballs with Pomegranate Seeds and Cumin

Meatballs in any form are loved by all my family members. Today, we're going to make spicy chicken meatballs flavored with coarsely ground pomegranate seeds which induce a subtle tangy punch in the bite. The chicken mince should also be coarsely ground to get the best texture and flavor. Cumin adds more taste to the preparation. Deep fry these fiery meatballs on a high flame to get the best results. Make extra servings of this recipe as it is going to vanish within seconds from the plates. Serve these yummy meatballs with a bowl full of hot sauce. You can also stuff them in a wrap with added ingredients to make a nice sandwich. Let's make this lip-smacking meatball preparation to delight our loved ones.

Spicy Chicken Meatballs with Pomegranate Seeds and Cumin
Author: Shoshanna Lee



Savor these spicy, tangy and lip smacking chicken meatballs which are flavored with select spices and are deep-fried to perfection to liven up your taste buds.

Preparation Time: 25 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients:

• 850 gm chicken mince (coarsely ground)
• 1 tsp dried pomegranate seeds (coarsely ground)
• 1/2 tsp hot paprika
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup onion paste
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 6 green chilies (finely chopped)
• pinch of cinnamon powder
• few coriander or basil sprigs (for garnish)
• vegetable oil for deep frying
• salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Except vegetable oil and garnishing sprigs, mix everything else in a large bowl.
2. Make even-sized meatballs with your hands and keep aside for about 5 to 10 minutes.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan and keep the flame medium-high.
4. Fry all the meatballs in batches till they turn light golden brown from all the sides.
5. Place the meatballs on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
6. Garnish with coriander or basil sprigs and serve hot with a bowl of your favorite sauce.