Tunisian meatballs

Description
Tunisian meatballs

Ingredients

 * 1 lb. chopped beef
 * 1/2 cup bread crumbs
 * 1 Tbs chopped parsley
 * a dash of nutmeg
 * 1/2 tsp onion powder
 * salt and pepper to taste
 * 1 egg, slightly beaten

For the sauce
 * 1/2 cup chopped onion
 * 2 tomatoes, chopped
 * 1 Tbs chopped parsley
 * 1/2 tsp salt
 * a dash of saffron
 * a dash of cinnamon
 * a dash of pepper
 * 1/2 cup tomato juice

Directions

 * 1) Mix the meat, bread crumbs, parsley, nutmeg, onion powder, salt, pepper, egg and water.
 * 2) Form the mixture into meatballs and brown in broiler until golden brown.
 * 3) Steam the tomatoes and onion.
 * 4) Put the meat, steamed tomatoes and onions and all remaining seasonings into a pot along with the tomato juice. Close tightly and simmer gently for 30 minutes.