Not My Mothers Meatloaf or Meatloaf for an Expat in Morroco

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 1
Not My Mothers Meatloaf or Meatloaf for an Expat in Morocco
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup raisins , divided
1 small red onion , chopped and divided
1/2 cup couscous , uncooked
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ras el hanout spice mix
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 lbs ground meat
1 egg , lightly beaten
1 pint grape tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 small red onion , chopped
1/2 cup raisins

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
294
Sugar
12g
Fat
18g
This Not My Mothers Meatloaf recipe is a new take on the classic American comfort food. For foodies living in Morocco, it's often hard to find the same ingredients as they did back home. This meatloaf recipe is an amazing go-to recipe that is easy to make and does not require a lot of measurements. Packed with spices, couscous, onions, and savory raisins, this meatloaf is perfect for a finger-licking weeknight dinner. Since different spices and cooking techniques are available, this meatloaf has a Moroccan twist while holding the comfort that meatloaf brings to the table.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.In a mixing bowl, soak 1/4 cup of raisins in water for 5 minutes, then finely chop the red onion and set aside half of it. Once the raisins have soaked, drain off any excess water and add the onion, couscous, salt, ras el hanout, and cinnamon to the bowl. Stir until everything is well mixed.
3.Add the ground meat and lightly beaten egg to the bowl, and use your hands to mix everything together until well-combined.
4.On the prepared baking sheet, form the meat mixture into a rectangular loaf shape.
5.In a small bowl, mix together the grape tomatoes, remaining onion, and remaining raisins. Spoon this mixture onto the top of the meatloaf.
6.Sprinkle the top of the meatloaf with cinnamon and lightly press everything down into the mixture.
7.Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
8.Let the meatloaf cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This meatloaf is packed with flavor from the ras el hanout spice blend and cinnamon, as well as a touch of sweetness from the raisins.

It’s a great way to mix up your typical meatloaf recipe and try something new.

CONS

While this recipe is delicious, it does require some specialty ingredients like ras el hanout and couscous that you may not have on hand in your pantry.

It’s also a bit more complex than your average meatloaf recipe, so it may take some extra time and effort to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This meatloaf is a good source of protein, and the addition of raisins and grape tomatoes provides some great nutrients like fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.
The cinnamon used in this recipe has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties and may even help to regulate blood sugar.

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