Moroccan Sardine Meatballs - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (4 ounce) can sardines, drained
2 eggs
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can canned diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Preparation

Place sardines in a food processor; puree until smooth. Add eggs, bread crumbs, paprika, turmeric, ginger, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Pulse briefly until well-combined. Shape mixture into small balls.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, coriander, and cumin. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer sauce until flavors combine, about 15 minutes. Stir in meatballs and simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes.