Tagine Kefta Mkawra (Moroccan Tagine of Meatballs)

Name: Tagine Kefta Mkawra (Moroccan Tagine of Meatballs)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs ground round or 1 12 lbs ground lamb; 2 cups finely chopped onions; 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¾ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon ground ginger; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne pepper); 3 cups chopped onions; 4 cups chopped tomatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds); 1 teaspoon sugar; ½ teaspoon salt; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro; 3 large eggs

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs ground round or 1 12 lbs ground lamb
2 cups finely chopped onions
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne pepper)
3 cups chopped onions
4 cups chopped tomatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
3 large eggs

1
Preheat oven to 400F.
2
Meatballs: combine ingredients in a medium bowl.
3
Shape mixture into 1-inch meatballs; place on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray.
4
Bake at 400F for 12 minutes or until done.
5
Sauce: heat a large Dutch oven coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
6
Add onion; cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
Stir in tomato, sugar, 1/2 t. salt, garlic, and jalapeno; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
8
Reduce heat to medium; cook 20 minutes, stirring ocasionally.
9
Add meatballs and stir in parsely and cilantro.
10
Gently break eggs over simmering liquid; cover and cook 10 minutes or until eggs are set.

450

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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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs ground round or 1 12 lbs ground lamb, 2 cups finely chopped onions, 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Tagine Kefta Mkawra (Moroccan Tagine of Meatballs) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!