Merguez Meatballs

YOU NEED:

1 pound ground lamb or beef
2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander

1 teaspoon cayenne for spice

red pepper flakes for spice [to taste]

1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Freshly ground pepper

1. mix all ingredients and form into balls.

2. bake or fry, turning once, about 15 mins on each side for baking, and until browned and cooked through for frying.

3. serve with tzatziki or raita, or any middle-eastern yogurt sauce.