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Kefta Meatball Tagine

Warm ground beef meatballs spiced with cumin and paprika cooked in a savory tomato sauce topped with gently poached eggs.

45 minMediumServes 4410 cal/serving

North AfricanDinnerStovetopHigh ProteinMediterraneanLow CarbGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeSoy-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cups crushed tomatoes
  • 4 eggs

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix 1 lb ground beef, half of the 1 chopped yellow onion, half of the 4 minced garlic cloves, half of the 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, half of the 1 tsp ground cumin, and half of the 1 tsp sweet paprika in a bowl, then shape into small meatballs.

  2. 2

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat, then saute the remaining yellow onion and garlic cloves until softened.

  3. 3

    Pour in 2 cups crushed tomatoes along with the remaining ground cumin and sweet paprika, bringing sauce to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Add meatballs to the pan, cover, and cook for 12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.

  5. 5

    Crack 4 eggs directly into the sauce, cover, and simmer for 4 minutes until whites are set.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Kefta Meatball Tagine?

As written, 45 minutes: 20 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (12 minutes): "Add meatballs to the pan, cover, and cook for 12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F."

What internal temperature should Kefta Meatball Tagine reach?

For Kefta Meatball Tagine, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef in Kefta Meatball Tagine?

Yes. Choose turkey that is not extra-lean and add a tablespoon of oil to the pan, because turkey has less fat and browns more slowly. Season it a little harder than you would beef. As written, the entry for Kefta Meatball Tagine uses 1 lb ground beef.

Does Kefta Meatball Tagine contain eggs?

Yes: 4 eggs. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How much protein is in Kefta Meatball Tagine?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 32 g of protein in about 410 calories, alongside 12 g carbohydrate and 26 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 620 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein dinner collection.

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