Kefta Tagine (Lamb Meatball And Egg Tagine) Recipe

Name: Kefta Tagine (Lamb Meatball And Egg Tagine)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: INGREDIENTS; 1 lb. ground lamb; 11/2 tbsp. ground cumin; 11/2 tbsp. paprika; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 4 tbsp. unsalted butter; 2 tbsp. olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 large yellow onion, minced; 1 tsp. crushed red chile flakes; 1/2 tsp. ground ginger; 1/2 tsp. crushed saffron threads; 1 bay leaf; 1 (28-oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes in juice, drained, crushed by hand; 4 eggs; 1/2 cup unpitted kalamata olives; 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley

Servings: persons

INGREDIENTS
1 lb. ground lamb
11/2 tbsp. ground cumin
11/2 tbsp. paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
4 tbsp. unsalted butter
2 tbsp. olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 large yellow onion, minced
1 tsp. crushed red chile flakes
1/2 tsp. ground ginger
1/2 tsp. crushed saffron threads
1 bay leaf
1 (28-oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes in juice, drained, crushed by hand
4 eggs
1/2 cup unpitted kalamata olives
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley

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INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Place lamb, 1 tbsp. cumin, 1 tbsp. paprika, and salt and pepper in a bowl, and mix until evenly combined. Form mixture into 12 balls, about 1 oz. each, and place on a plate; chill kefta until ready to use.
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2. Heat butter and oil in a 6-qt. Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onion, and cook, stirring, until soft, about 5 minutes. Add remaining cumin and paprika, chile flakes, ginger, saffron, and bay leaf, and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, and cook, stirring, until broken down and sauce is slightly reduced, about 10 minutes. Add kefta, and cook, covered, until cooked through, about 10 minutes. Crack eggs over the top, and arrange olives around eggs; cover, and continue cooking until whites are cooked and yolks are slightly runny, about 8 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle with parsley before serving.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: INGREDIENTS, 1 lb. ground lamb, 11/2 tbsp. ground cumin, 11/2 tbsp. paprika, and more.

Yes, Kefta Tagine (Lamb Meatball And Egg Tagine) 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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Kefta Tagine (Lamb Meatball And Egg Tagine)

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