Description
These Moroccan meatballs are a flavorful delight in spiced tomato sauce, perfect for elevating your dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Ground Meat (Lamb/Beef) (Use a mix for richer flavor)
- 1 medium Grated Onion (Adds sweetness and moisture)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (Brightens the dish)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (Traditional Moroccan flavor)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (Contributes smokiness)
- 1 teaspoon Cumin (Enhances earthy flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon or Ginger (Adds warmth)
- 1 large Egg (Binds the mixture)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste (Provides richness)
- 2 cups Grated Tomatoes (Fresh or canned)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Enhances flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (For sautéing)
Instructions
- Combine ground meat, grated onion, parsley, cilantro, paprika, cumin, and cinnamon in a bowl. Shape into 1¼ inch meatballs and chill for 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté grated onion until golden brown for about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic, paprika, and cumin, and stir for another minute.
- Add tomato paste and grated tomatoes, simmering for 25-30 minutes until thick.
- Add meatballs to the sauce and simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes until cooked through.
- Create wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes until egg whites are set.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg