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Moroccan Meatball Tagine

Moroccan Meatball Tagine

Discover the rich flavors of Moroccan Meatball Tagine, a hearty dish with spiced meatballs, poached eggs, and fresh herbs. Perfect for cozy dinners!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g ground lamb or beef
  • 1 medium onion, grated
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp turmeric
  • 0.25 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp ginger powder (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Wide skillet or traditional tagine
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Grater for onions and tomatoes
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Mix all the meatball ingredients in a large bowl and shape into small balls; refrigerate.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet or tagine over medium heat, then sauté diced onions until golden brown.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant; do not burn.
  4. Mix all powdered spices in a bowl, stir into onion and garlic, then add tomato paste and cook for about a minute.
  5. Add grated tomatoes, parsley, cilantro, and water to the pan; season and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Gently place chilled meatballs into the sauce and cook for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  7. For poached eggs, create wells in the sauce and crack eggs into them; cover and poach for 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

To enhance flavor, drizzle extra virgin olive oil before serving.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze without eggs for up to 3 months.
Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for darker meats and adjust spices to your taste.
For a vegetarian option, consider chickpea patties instead of meatballs.
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