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Homemade Spicy Beef Meatballs

Recipe by LA CUISINE D’AMA

Learn how to turn bland supermarket beef meatballs into delicious African spicy meatballs, seasoned with onion, spices, rosemary and cayenne pepper, then fried until a golden, crispy crust is achieved.

EasyAfricanServes 6

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Source Video
20m
Prep
27m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
57m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$6.32
Per serving:$1.05

Critical Success Points

  • Mix the ingredients until homogeneous (step 2).
  • Reach the correct oil temperature (180 °C) before frying (step 4).
  • Monitor cooking to prevent the meatballs from burning (step 5).

Safety Warnings

  • Hot oil can cause severe burns; handle with care.
  • Never leave oil unattended.
  • Use oven mitts to handle the pot.

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