Preheat oven to 400ºF.
Combine all the ingredients for the spiced lamb meatballs in a bowl and mix with your hands until well-combined.
Form the into 2'' meatballs and set aside on a plate.
Heat the neutral cooking oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs, in an even layer, cooking in batches if needed for 2-3 minutes per side until well-browned all over. Turn the heat off.
Transfer the meatballs to the foil-lined baking sheet, leaving some space open.
In the open space of the baking sheet, add the poblano peppers and drizzle with the 2 teaspoons oil.
Transfer the pan to the oven for 20 minutes as you prepare the rest of the sauce and the grits.