Afghani Meatballs & Noodles Recipe

Name: Afghani Meatballs & Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 Spanish onion, finely chopped; 2 (14 ounce) cans tomato sauce; 4 sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped; 1 lb noodles; 1 1/2 cups plain kefir (or yogurt); 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1/2 cup of fresh mint, chopped

Servings: persons

2 lbs ground beef
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 Spanish onion, finely chopped
2 (14 ounce) cans tomato sauce
4 sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
1 lb noodles
1 1/2 cups plain kefir (or yogurt)
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 cup of fresh mint, chopped

1
For the meatballs:
2
In a bowl, combine the beef, cinnamon, coriander, turmeric, cayenne, salt, pepper, and half of the garlic. With clean hands, mix thoroughly, then shape the meat into 3/4-inch meatballs. Set aside and let sit for 30 - 90 minutes to allow flavours to meld.
3
In a large, heavy pan, heat the oil, add the onion, and cook over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until it is very soft. Turn the heat to medium-high and add the meatballs. Cook, turning them often, until they lose their pink color.
4
Add the plum tomatoes and remaining garlic. Cover the pan, turn down the heat, and simmer gently for 10 minutes. Add the sun-dried tomatoes, salt, and pepper and cook the mixture for 5 minutes over low heat, stirring once or twice.
5
For the noodles:
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Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook for 2 to 4 minutes or until they are tender but still have some bite. Drain the noodles and transfer them to a bowl. Stir in the kefir, garlic, and salt. Toss thoroughly and transfer to 6 wide bowls. Spoon meatballs around the edges of each bowl of noodles, add the mint to the center and serve at once.

1229

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs ground beef, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 2 teaspoons ground coriander, 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, and more.

Yes, Afghani Meatballs & Noodles falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Afghani Meatballs & Noodles

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