Oriental meatballs in red sauce

To prepare these delicious beef meatballs with oriental flavors, start by mixing the ground beef with curry powder, cumin, cinnamon, and dried thyme. These spices will add an exotic touch and depth of flavor. Finely grate the onion and add it to the meat mixture along with an egg, which will help bind the ingredients. Don't forget to season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste, so you achieve a balanced flavor.

Once you have shaped the meatballs, it's time to cook them. Heat oil in the aluminum pot of the 6-liter Crock Pot on the 'Sauté' setting. Place the meatballs in the hot oil and fry them until they turn slightly golden on all sides. This step is essential, as it will add a pleasant texture and intense flavor to the meatballs. After the meatballs have taken on a nice color, chop the garlic and add it to the pot. Sauté it for a few seconds until it starts to release its aromas, being careful not to burn it.

Once the garlic is ready, add the tomato sauce and a teaspoon of sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes. Mix everything well and let the sauce simmer for a few minutes before removing it from the heat. Now, transfer all the contents to the Crock Pot, set the time for 2 hours and 30 minutes, and choose the 'high' cooking mode. It is important to mention that the cooking time may vary depending on the size of the meatballs, so check them at the end to ensure they are well cooked.

Once the meatballs have cooked and the program has finished, carefully remove them from the Crock Pot and put them back on the heat for a few minutes so that the sauce thickens and becomes more concentrated. Finally, season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the meatballs with the tomato sauce, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro, which will add a note of freshness to the dish. These meatballs are perfect alongside rice or fresh bread. Enjoy your meal!