8 oz. ground veal
8 oz. ground beef
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 tbsp. dry bread crumbs
1/2 chili pepper, seeded & finely chopped
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
Salt & pepper
1 egg, beaten
Oil for frying
Taco sauce
2 green onions, chopped

1. Mix together the veal, beef, garlic, bread crumbs, chili pepper, cumin, salt and egg until well blended. Add the egg gradually.

2. Turn the mixture out onto a floured surface and divide into 16 equal pieces.

3. With floured hands, shape the mixture into balls.

4. Pour about 3 tablespoons of oil into a large frying pan and place over high heat.

5. When the oil is hot, place in the meatballs and fry for 5 to 10 minutes until brown on all sides. Turn frequently during cooking.

6. Remove the browned meatballs and drain well on paper towels. Place in an oven proof dish and pour over the taco sauce.

7. Heat through in a preheated 350 degree oven for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped green onions to serve.