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Jen Causey
File this recipe under nourishing and cozy weeknight dinner.
The aromatic lamb meatballs brown to perfection before simmering in a harissa-flavored chickpea and tomato mixture.
Photo:Jen Causey
Harissa can vary widely from brand to brand in terms of flavor, consistency, and heat levels.
This recipe was developed by Nicole Hopper.
Shape mixture into 12 meatballs (about 1 1/2 inches in diameter).
Heat oil in a medium pot over medium-high.
Transfer to a plate.
Reduce heat to medium.
Add chickpeas, tomatoes, and 1 cup water to pot.
Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
Nestle meatballs in chickpea mixture, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low.
Simmer until a thermometer inserted in meatballs reads 165F, 10 to 15 minutes.
Remove pot from heat.
Uncover and gradually stir in spinach until wilted.
Serve dolloped with yogurt, if desired.
