Hearty Moroccan Kefta Tagine with Tomatoes and Eggs

Name: Hearty Moroccan Kefta Tagine with Tomatoes and Eggs
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Ground lamb or beef; Onion; Garlic; Ground cumin; Ground coriander; Paprika; Ground cinnamon; Salt and pepper; Fresh parsley; Fresh cilantro; Olive oil; Onion; Garlic; Ground cumin; Paprika; Canned diced tomatoes; Salt and pepper; Sugar; Large eggs; Fresh parsley

A flavorful and aromatic Moroccan delight

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

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Kefta (Meatballs)

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

For the Tomato Sauce

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

For the Tagine Finish

Large eggs

Fresh parsley

for garnish

Preparation

Marinating the Kefta

Combine Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, onion, garlic, spices, salt, pepper, parsley, and cilantro.

Mix Well

Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Form Meatballs

Form the mixture into small balls (approximately the size of a walnut).

Let the kefta rest for 10 minutes after forming to help them hold their shape during cooking.

Preparing the Tomato Sauce

Heat Oil & Sauté

Heat olive oil in a large tagine or skillet over medium heat.

Cook Onion & Garlic

Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened.

Add Spices & Tomatoes

Stir in cumin, paprika, and cook for another minute before adding the tomatoes, salt, pepper, and sugar.

Simmer Gently

Ensure the tomato sauce is simmering gently before adding the kefta.

Cooking Process

Simmering the Sauce

Allow the tomato sauce to simmer for 15 minutes to marry the flavors.

Maintain a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.

Adding the Kefta

Gently place meatballs into the sauce, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes.

Cook on low heat.

Adding Eggs

Crack eggs into the sauce, cover, and simmer until the eggs are just set.

Keep an eye to prevent overcooking the yolks.

Plating & Serving