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Hearty Moroccan Kefta Tagine with Tomatoes and Eggs

Name: Hearty Moroccan Kefta Tagine with Tomatoes and Eggs
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Ground lamb or beef, 500g; Onion, 1 small, finely chopped; Garlic, 2 cloves, minced; Ground cumin, 1 teaspoon; Ground coriander, 1 teaspoon; Paprika, 1 teaspoon; Ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon; Salt and pepper, to taste; Fresh parsley, 2 tablespoons, chopped; Fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons, chopped; Olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Onion, 1 large, finely chopped; Garlic, 3 cloves, minced; Ground cumin, 1 teaspoon; Paprika, 1 teaspoon; Canned diced tomatoes, 800g; Salt and pepper, to taste; Sugar, 1 tablespoon; Large eggs, 4; Fresh parsley, for garnish

Delight your taste buds with this traditional Moroccan kefta tagine that marries perfectly seasoned meatballs with tomatoes and eggs simmered to perfection.

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·By Ethan Brooks·August 10, 2025

Hearty Moroccan Kefta Tagine with Tomatoes and Eggs — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Kefta (Meatballs)

For the Tomato Sauce

For the Tagine Finish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 492 kcal
Protein: 26.5 g
Carbs: 17.75 g
Fat: 35.5 g
Fiber: 2.75 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1967 kcal
Protein: 106 g
Carbs: 71 g
Fat: 142 g
Fiber: 11 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Ground lamb or beef 500g	1100	70	0	90	0
Onion 1 small, finely chopped	30	1	7	0	1
Garlic 2 cloves, minced	9	0	2	0	0
Ground cumin 1 teaspoon	8	0	1	1	1
Ground coriander 1 teaspoon	5	0	1	0	1
Paprika 1 teaspoon	6	0	1	0	1
Ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon	3	0	1	0	1
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Fresh parsley 2 tablespoons, chopped	1	0	0	0	0
Fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons, chopped	1	0	0	0	0
Olive oil 2 tablespoons	240	0	0	28	0
Onion 1 large, finely chopped	45	1	11	0	2
Garlic 3 cloves, minced	13	1	3	0	0
Ground cumin 1 teaspoon	8	0	1	1	1
Paprika 1 teaspoon	6	0	1	0	1
Canned diced tomatoes 800g	140	7	30	0	4
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Sugar 1 tablespoon	49	0	13	0	0
Large eggs 4	312	26	2	22	0
Fresh parsley for garnish	1	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Kefta

1
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, onion, garlic, spices, salt, pepper, parsley, and cilantro.
2
Mix Well
Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
3
Form Meatballs
Form the mixture into small balls (approximately the size of a walnut).
Tip: Let the kefta rest for 10 minutes after forming to help them hold their shape during cooking.

Preparing the Tomato Sauce

1
Heat Oil & Sauté
Heat olive oil in a large tagine or skillet over medium heat.
2
Cook Onion & Garlic
Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
3
Add Spices & Tomatoes
Stir in cumin, paprika, and cook for another minute before adding the tomatoes, salt, pepper, and sugar.
4
Simmer Gently
Ensure the tomato sauce is simmering gently before adding the kefta.

How to Make Hearty Moroccan Kefta Tagine with Tomatoes and Eggs

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Simmering the Sauce
Allow the tomato sauce to simmer for 15 minutes to marry the flavors.
2
Adding the Kefta
Gently place meatballs into the sauce, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes.
3
Adding Eggs
Crack eggs into the sauce, cover, and simmer until the eggs are just set.