Clan: Copper Dragon 🟤
Category: Starters
Bronze Market Spiced Meatballs
Description
Tender little meatballs scented with cumin and herbs, served with a roasted tomato dipping sauce.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Made for sharing before the main feast
- Bold flavour with an easy method
- Ideal for tavern nights and gatherings
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Serves: 6
Ingredients
- 500g minced lamb or beef
- 1 small onion, grated
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 2 tbsp chopped mint
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp breadcrumbs
- 300ml tomato sauce
Method
Step 1
Mix the meat with onion, garlic, spices, mint, egg and breadcrumbs.
Step 2
Roll into small bite-sized meatballs and place on a lined tray.
Step 3
Bake at 210°C for 15–18 minutes, turning once.
Step 4
Warm the tomato sauce and serve alongside for dipping.
🐉 Dragon’s Tip
Oil your hands lightly before rolling for smooth, even meatballs.
Adventurer’s Notes
Serve this starter as part of a mixed sharing board, or double the quantities when a larger adventuring party gathers at the table.
Lore of the Hoard
The Copper Dragon kitchens serve this dish as the first welcome to a feast: a small plate designed to wake the appetite and hint at the flavours still to come.
