Kefta Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Kefta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef; 1 pound ground lamb; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 2 teaspoons cumin; 2 teaspoons black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 red onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 pounds tomatoes, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 6 large eggs (optional); 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground lamb
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 red onion, chopped
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 pounds tomatoes, finely chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
6 large eggs (optional)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

1
Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl, mixing with hands until well blended. Form into 2-inch balls; set aside.
2
Saute red onion in hot oil in a large (4-quart) tagine or Dutch oven 2 minutes. Stir in garlic, chopped tomato, and tomato paste.
3
Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat, cover, and simmer 10 to 15 minutes. Add meatballs, and simmer 10 minutes or until thoroughly cooked.
4
Crack eggs into tomato mixture, if desired, and poach 2 minutes or until desired degree of doneness. Sprinkle with herbs.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound ground beef, 1 pound ground lamb, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, 2 teaspoons cumin, and more.

Yes, Kefta falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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