Finely chop the onion, garlic, and parsley. In a bowl, combine the ground lamb, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped vegetables, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
To prevent the meatballs from being too dry, soak the breadcrumbs in a little milk or water before adding them to the mixture.
Form the mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a walnut. Place them on a tray and refrigerate for 20 minutes to firm up.
Chilling the meatballs before cooking helps them hold their shape better during frying.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Don't overcrowd the skillet when frying the meatballs. Fry them in batches to ensure they brown evenly and cook through.
For the mint sauce, finely chop the mint leaves and mix them with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and black pepper.
For a smoother sauce, use a blender or food processor to combine the ingredients. You can also add a touch of honey for sweetness.
Serve the lamb meatballs hot with the mint sauce on the side. Garnish with extra mint leaves for a fresh touch.
These meatballs are also delicious served in pita bread with lettuce, tomato, and a drizzle of mint sauce.
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