Crispy Artichoke Meatballs

Name: Crispy Artichoke Meatballs
Ingredients: 8 large artichokes; 1 lemon, halved; 1/2 pound ground beef; 8 large scallions, minced; 2 cups finely chopped flat-leaf parsley (1/2 pound); 2 cups coarse fresh bread crumbs; 1/2 cup shredded Gruyère cheese; One 3-ounce jar capers, drained and coarsely chopped; 3 tablespoons tabil; 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; Kosher salt; 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; 4 large eggs, beaten; All-purpose flour, for dredging; Vegetable oil, for frying; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; One 14-ounce can whole tomatoes, tomatoes chopped and liquid reserved