Meatballs are always popular and these are served with toasted pine nuts and vibrant kale, making a vitamin C-rich dish that’s 2 of your 5-a-day
Prep:15 mins
Serves 4
2 tbsp olive oil1 medium onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, finely sliced2 x 400g cans plum tomatoes1 lemon, zested and cut into wedges500g pork mince2 tsp fennel seeds250g kale25g pine nuts, toastedcrusty bread or mashed potato, to serve (optional)
STEP 1In a medium pan, heat 1 tbsp of the oil over a medium heat. Add the onion and garlic to the pan and cook for 5 mins. Tip in the tomatoes with a splash of water, increase the heat and allow to bubble for 15 mins.STEP 2Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the lemon zest, mince, fennel seeds and a good pinch of seasoning. Mix well, then shape into walnut-sized balls.STEP 3Heat the remaining oil in a lidded frying pan over a medium heat. Add the meatballs and brown for 5 mins, then pour the tomato sauce into the pan. Simmer for 10 mins, then add the kale, cover with a lid and cook for 5 mins more until wilted. Season to taste, and scatter over the pine nuts. Serve with the lemon wedges, for squeezing over, and crusty bread or mash, if you like.
