Meatball-Tomato-And-Egg Tagine – (Kefta Mkaouara)

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 1
Meatball-Tomato-And-Egg Tagine - (Kefta Mkaouara)
in Moroccan

Prep

30 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground lamb or 1 lb ground beef
1 small onion , grated
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon cumin
2 pinches cayenne
salt , to taste
fresh ground black pepper , to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions , chopped
2 lbs tomatoes , chopped ( or one 2-lb can organic chopped tomatoes )
2 garlic cloves , chopped
1 bunch parsley , chopped
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon finely-ground black pepper
6 medium eggs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
480
Sugar
6g
Fat
34g
Meatball-Tomato-And-Egg Tagine, also known as Kefta Mkaouara, is a traditional Moroccan dish that is popular throughout North Africa and the Middle East. Made with ground meat, tomatoes, and a variety of fragrant spices, this dish is hearty and filling, and full of bold, rich flavors. It's often served as a main dish, but can also be served as part of a larger spread. The combination of tomatoes, onions, garlic, and spices gives this dish a distinct, warm flavor that is perfect for cold nights or rainy days. The dish is commonly served with bread or rice on the side, and is often garnished with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the ground meat, grated onion, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, cumin, cayenne, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.
2.Shape the mixture into meatballs about the size of a golf ball.
3.In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
4.Add the chopped onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and lightly golden, about 5-7 minutes.
5.Add the chopped tomatoes, garlic, chopped parsley, cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, and finely-ground black pepper to the pan, and stir to combine.
6.Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 20-30 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened and the tomatoes are completely broken down.
7.Add the meatballs to the pan, and gently stir to coat them with the sauce.
8.Cover the pan and let the meatballs cook for 20-25 minutes, or until they are fully cooked.
9.Crack the eggs into the pan, and let them cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny, about 5-7 minutes.
10.Serve hot, garnished with additional chopped parsley if desired.

PROS

This dish is hearty and filling, and full of bold, rich flavors.

It’s also very versatile, and can be served as a main dish or as part of a larger spread.

The spices used in this recipe are believed to have many health benefits, including anti-inflammatory properties and improved digestive health.

CONS

This dish is fairly time-consuming to make, as it requires several steps and multiple ingredients.

It also contains a fair amount of fat due to the use of ground meat and olive oil.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains many healthy ingredients, including onions, garlic, tomatoes, and parsley.
These ingredients are all rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can help support overall health and wellbeing.
The spices used in this recipe, including cumin, cinnamon, and black pepper, are believed to have many health benefits as well, including anti-inflammatory properties and improved digestive health.

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