Spiced mole meatballs

1. Heat oil in a large saucepan on medium. Saute onions, garlic, cumin and coriander 3-4 minutes, until onion is tender.
   
   
2. Transfer half onion mixture to a large bowl to cool. Add cinnamon and oregano to remaining onion mixture in pan. Stir on low heat 1 minute, until fragrant.
   
   
3. Mix in passata, diced tomatoes and chocolate. Bring to boil. Simmer 6-8 minutes.
   
   
4. Meanwhile, add mince to cooled onion mixture with breadcrumbs and coriander. Season to taste and mix well. Roll tablespoons of mixture into balls.
   
   
5. Add meatballs to simmering sauce. Simmer 12-15 minutes, until cooked through. Serve meatballs with rice and extra coriander.

• The small amount of chocolate gives a slight bitterness and more depth to this sauce.