Kofte & Chorizo Stew (Moroccan)

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 0
Kofte & Chorizo Stew, a hearty Moroccan delight
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Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

750 g mincemeat ( lamb , beef , turkey .. the chefs preference )
1 medium onion , grated
1 red chili peppers , finely chopped or 1 teaspoon shwartz crushed chile
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves or 2 ground fresh cloves
1 bunch coriander leaves , half chopped , half whole ( aka cilantro )
1 egg
250 g chorizo cooking sausage , chopped
olive oil
2 tablespoons harissa
800 g chopped tomatoes ( approx 2 tins )
400 ml chicken stock
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon or 1 cinnamon stick

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
670
Sugar
9g
Fat
46g
Kofte & Chorizo Stew is an amazing dish that brings together North African and Spanish flavors. The dish is hearty, filling, and easy to make. Kofte is a traditional Turkish meatball made with ground meat, onions, and spices, while the chorizo adds a smoky and spicy kick to the dish. The addition of harissa paste and coriander gives a North African feel to the stew. Overall, it is a perfect dish for family dinners or parties as it can be easily served in large quantities.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl mix the mincemeat with grated onion, half of the chopped coriander, egg, ground cumin, ground cloves, and a pinch of salt and pepper until evenly combined.
2.Roll the mixture into small balls (size is your choice), place them on a tray and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
3.Heat up some olive oil in a large saucepan and fry the chilled kofte until golden brown on all sides. Remove the kofte and set them aside.
4.In the same saucepan, add the chopped chorizo and fry until crisp and golden brown. Remove the chorizo and set aside. Keep the leftover oil in the pan.
5.Add harissa paste and chopped tomatoes to the saucepan and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.
6.Add chicken stock and cinnamon to the pan, stir well, and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
7.Add the fried kofte and chorizo to the saucepan, cover it, and simmer for a further 10 minutes until everything is nicely cooked and the flavors are nicely combined.
8.Serve the stew hot with the remaining coriander leaves sprinkled on top.

PROS

Kofte & Chorizo Stew is a high-protein dish, perfect for athletes and anyone trying to gain muscle.

The combination of flavors in this stew is amazing, and the dish can be easily adapted to suit your taste preference by adding extra spices.

This dish is very filling and can be served alone or with a side dish.

CONS

Kofte & Chorizo Stew contains a high amount of fat from the chorizo and mincemeat.

It is not recommended for people who are trying to lose weight or have high cholesterol.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is rich in protein, which is important for muscle growth and development.
The spices used in this dish can help in reducing inflammation and improving brain function.
The dish also contains tomatoes which are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.

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