Step 1

To make sauce, combine all sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside until ready to serve meatballs. Chill, if desired.

Step 2

Meatballs:

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine ginger, garlic, ras el hanout, salt and pepper.

Step 4

Add meats and gently combine with hands until spices are just evenly distributed. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Gently roll meat into 1 1/2 inch balls and set on a rimmed baking pan or jelly roll pan. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees and line another baking pan with paper towels.

Step 6

Heat a large frying pan over medium heat.

Step 7

Add oil and swirl to coat.

Step 8

Brown meatballs in batches on all sides, turning as needed for about 10-12 minutes (medium rare).

Step 9

Transfer meatballs to towel lined pan.

Step 10

Transfer meatballs to serving dish and serve with yogurt sauce & toasted pitas.