Kefta Tagine

Name: Kefta Tagine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients: 12 oz ground lamb; 12 oz ground beef; 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely minced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 4 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped; 4 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/4 tsp ground coriander; 1/4 tsp ground ginger; 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon; 1.5 cups tomato sauce; 1 egg; 2 tbsp panko breadcrumbs; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 tsp salt

Spiced ground lamb and beef meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce with warming Moroccan spices like cinnamon, cumin, and coriander. Served over couscous.

45 minEasyServes 4420 cal/serving

MoroccanDinnerStovetopStandard

Ingredients

12 oz ground lamb
12 oz ground beef
1/2 medium yellow onion, finely minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
4 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp ground coriander
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1.5 cups tomato sauce
1 egg
2 tbsp panko breadcrumbs
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1

In a bowl, combine 12 oz ground lamb, 12 oz ground beef, 1/2 medium finely minced yellow onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 4 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 4 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/4 tsp ground coriander, 1/4 tsp ground ginger, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 egg, 2 tbsp panko breadcrumbs, and 1/4 tsp salt. Mix gently until just combined.
2

Form the mixture into 12-16 meatballs about the size of walnuts.
3

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 5 minutes total. Work in batches if needed.
4

Pour 1.5 cups tomato sauce over the meatballs. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
5

Uncover and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt to taste.
6

Serve the meatballs and sauce over couscous or with crusty bread.

Questions

Can I make Kefta Tagine gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 2 tbsp panko breadcrumbs. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Kefta Tagine keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. It also freezes well for up to three months.

Can I halve or double Kefta Tagine?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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