Tagine Kefta Mkawra Recipe

Name: Tagine Kefta Mkawra
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground lamb or beef; 1 onion, very finely chopped; 3 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley; Salt and pepper; Pinch of ground chili pepper, to taste; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; Vegetable oil for frying; 2 onions, chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 1/2 pounds tomatoes, peeled and chopped; ½ teaspoons sugar; Salt; 1 small chili pepper, seeded and chopped (optional); 3 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley; 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro; 6 eggs

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds ground lamb or beef
1 onion, very finely chopped
3 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
Salt and pepper
Pinch of ground chili pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Vegetable oil for frying
2 onions, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 1/2 pounds tomatoes, peeled and chopped
½ teaspoons sugar
Salt
1 small chili pepper, seeded and chopped (optional)
3 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
6 eggs

1
For the meatballs, mix all the ingredients together except the oil and knead into a soft paste.
2
Roll into marble-sized balls and fry them very briefly in batches in shallow oil, shaking the pan to color them all over.
3
Lift out with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
4
In a large shallow pot which you can bring to the table, prepare the sauce.
5
Fry the onions in the oil till soft.
6
Add the garlic, tomatoes, sugar, salt, and chili pepper if you like, and simmer for 20 minutes, until reduced.
7
Add parsley, cilantro, and the meatballs, and cook 5 minutes.
8
Just before serving, break the eggs carefully over the sauce, leaving them whole, and cook until the whites have set.

795

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds ground lamb or beef, 1 onion, very finely chopped, 3 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley, Salt and pepper, and more.

Yes, Tagine Kefta Mkawra 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tagine Kefta Mkawra

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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