Tandoori Meatballs

Oh this is the night, what a beautiful night to share a plate of spaghetti with your loved ones as you cozy up to watch Lady and the Tramp!

1 lb

lean ground beef

1/2 cup

finely chopped onion

3 cloves

finely minced garlic

1" piece

fresh ginger, finely minced

2 tsp

tandoori masala

1/2 tsp

turmeric

1/2 tsp

sugar

2 tbsp

parmesan cheese, grated

2 tbsp

panko

large egg, beaten

2 tsp

salt

1 tsp

fresh, cracked black pepper

1 tbsp

for frying olive oil

In a large sauté pan on low medium heat sweat onions, garlic and ginger for 7-10 minutes.
Remove to a mixing bowl and add in all remaining ingredients and combine well. Form meatballs into the shape of a large golf ball and sear in same pan with olive oil on medium heat.
When golden brown on all sides remove to a baking tray lined with parchment and bake in oven for 15-20 minutes at 375F or alternatively add to a gently simmering tomato sauce to complete cooking.
Serve over desired pasta.