Moroccan Meatball Stew Recipe

Name: Moroccan Meatball Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the meatballs; 1 1/2 lbs ground beef; 1 onion, chopped; 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped; 1 egg, beaten; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; For the stew; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 onions, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cinnamon sticks; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1/8 teaspoon saffron thread, crumbled (I skipped the saffron); 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can beef broth; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes, diced; 1/4 cup golden raisin; 2 cups carrots, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces cut on the diagonal; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped; 1 (5 ounce) package spinach leaves

Servings: persons

For the meatballs
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 egg, beaten
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
For the stew
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 onions, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cinnamon sticks
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/8 teaspoon saffron thread, crumbled (I skipped the saffron)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup golden raisin
2 cups carrots, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces cut on the diagonal
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 (5 ounce) package spinach leaves

1
To make the meatballs: line a cookie sheet with plastic wrap. Mix the meatball ingredients in a large bowl. Using moistened hands and about 2 tablespoons of the mixture make 1 1/2 inch meatballs. Arrange meatballs on the cookie sheet. I prepared these ahead and put in the fridge.
2
To make the stew: heat oil in a large ovenproof pot over medium heat. Stir in onions and saute them for 15 minutes.
3
Stir in garlic, cinnamon, turmeric and saffron (if using) and cook stirring for 2 minutes.
4
Stir in broth, tomatoes and raisins.
5
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
6
Bring stew to a simmer and stir in carrots and meatballs. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup cilantro. Cover pot and place in oven.
7
Bake for 35-40 minutes.
8
Sprinkle with spinach and cover and bake another 5 minutes.
9
Stir to mix and remove cinnamon sticks.

985

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

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 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the meatballs, 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, 1 onion, chopped, 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs, and more.

Yes, Moroccan Meatball Stew falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Moroccan Meatball Stew

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