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Lamb Kefta Tagine

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Lamb Kefta Tagine is a delicious Moroccan dish that consists of aromatic lamb meatballs cooked in a flavorful tomato-based sauce, topped with a medley of vegetables and herbs. It is traditionally cooked in a tagine, which is a clay cooking pot with a cone-shaped lid. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a tender and aromatic dish. Lamb Kefta Tagine is usually served with couscous or bread.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 444

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (400g)
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 1 zucchini sliced
  • 1 carrot sliced
  • 1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • parsley chopped (for garnish)
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Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.
  2. Shape the lamb mixture into small meatballs, also known as kefta. You can make them about the size of a golf ball.
  3. Heat olive oil in a tagine or a large skillet over medium heat. Add the lamb kefta and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the kefta from the pan and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, add the diced tomatoes, bell pepper, zucchini, carrot, and chicken or vegetable broth. Stir everything together and bring to a simmer.
  5. Return the lamb kefta to the pan and cover with the lid. Let it simmer on low heat for about 30-40 minutes, or until the kefta is cooked through and the flavors have melded together.
  6. Once cooked, remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.
  7. Serve the Lamb Kefta Tagine with couscous or bread for a complete meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 444kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 22gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 84mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 766mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 3797IUVitamin C: 62mgCalcium: 89mgIron: 4mg

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