Sesame Seed Meatballs

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Like all PrimaFoodie recipes, these meatballs are free of gluten and dairy but are just as addictive as the classics. The sesame seed "breading" gives them an extra satisfying texture. We love to serve these as a holiday party appetizer, ideally warm in a crockpot with toothpicks at the ready for nibbling. 

This recipe yields 20 meatballs

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 small onion, fine diced
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 4 ounces sesame seeds (for “breading”)
  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 small onion, fine diced
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 4 ounces sesame seeds (for “breading”)

Directions

  1. Sprinkle sesame seeds on a plate.

  2. Combine the rest of the ingredients in a bowl. Roll mixture into small meatballs (a bit smaller than the size of a golf ball).

  3. Cover the meatballs with the sesame seed “breading” by gently rolling them in the sesame seeds until they’re fully covered. Place the breaded meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. 

  4. Bake for 10 minutes at 400 degrees. 

 

Cajun Spice Mahi Mahi

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Mahi Mahi’s mildly sweet flavor and flaky texture combine perfectly with Cajun flavors. The result is a juicy fish with ample zest. While we love to make our Cajun seasoning (it’s simple and calls for spices you likely have stocked), there are excellent pre-mixed options available—just be sure to opt for organic blends.

This recipe yields 2 servings.

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 lb of fresh Mahi Mahi filets
  • 1 tsp. Cajun spice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for drizzling)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 2 lb of fresh Mahi Mahi filets
  • 1 tsp. Cajun spice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for drizzling)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Juice of ½ lemon

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees/177 celsius.

  2. Place the Mahi Mahi on a baking sheet, skin side down. Season with salt, cajun spice, and a few drizzles of olive oil. Place in the oven for approximately 10 minutes.

  3. Pull apart flakes of the Mahi Mahi and drizzle lemon juice and a little olive oil on top.

TIPS

**This makes for excellent tacos! Top organic tortillas with the fish, shredded lettuce, and Sweet Peach and Tomato Salsa.