Kefta Mkaouara (Moroccan Meatballs in Tomato Sauce) Recipe

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   @bakerywithoutborders 2 weeks ago

   Kefta Mkaouara (Moroccan Meatballs in Tomato Sauce) Recipe ~
   Morocco 🇲🇦

   Ingredients:
   For the kefta (meatballs):
   – 500 g ground beef or lamb
   – 1 small onion, grated
   – 2 cloves garlic, minced
   – 1 tsp paprika
   – 1 tsp cumin
   – ½ tsp black pepper
   – ½ tsp salt
   – 2 tbsp chopped parsley or cilantro

   For the tomato sauce:
   – 2 tbsp olive oil
   – 3 tomatoes, grated (or 1 cup crushed tomatoes)
   – 1 tsp paprika
   – ½ tsp cumin
   – ½ tsp chili powder (optional)
   – Salt to taste

   Instructions:
   1. Mix the kefta: Combine meat, onion, garlic, spices, and herbs. Shape into small meatballs.
   2. Make the sauce: Heat olive oil in a pan or tagine. Add tomatoes, paprika, cumin, salt, and chili. Simmer 10 minutes until thick.
   3. Add the meatballs: Place kefta into the sauce. Cover and cook on low for 15–20 minutes until cooked through.
   4. Optional (street-style touch): Crack 1–2 eggs on top, cover, and let them gently cook in the sauce.
   5. Serve hot with Moroccan bread (khobz).

   Enjoy!