One-Pot Beef Meatballs in Tomato and Pepper Sauce for Easy Lunch

This recipe features tender and juicy beef meatballs cooked in a rich tomato sauce with peppers and garlic, ideal for a simple lunch served with white rice or couscous. The meatballs are made from 500 grams of ground beef mixed with grated onion, egg, breadcrumbs, paprika, salt, pepper, and chopped parsley. The sauce includes chopped onion, red pepper strips, garlic, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, paprika, cumin, sugar, salt, pepper, and water.

To prepare, the meatball ingredients are combined and shaped into small balls. On medium heat, onions and peppers are sautéed until soft, then garlic, tomato paste, and paprika are added and cooked briefly. Crushed tomatoes, water, sugar, cumin, salt, and pepper are stirred in and brought to a boil. The meatballs are gently placed into the sauce, covered, and simmered on low heat for about 25 minutes. Finally, the lid is removed and the sauce is cooked for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until it thickens.

This one-pot dish offers a flavorful and convenient meal option that balances the savory meatballs with a spiced tomato and pepper sauce.