Moroccan Meatball Tagine Recipe
236kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or lamb
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- 2 cups cooked couscous, for serving
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- large skillet with lid
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- serving dish
Method
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, onion, garlic, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, parsley, cilantro, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and shape into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes and beef broth or water to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve the meatballs and sauce over cooked couscous. Garnish with lemon wedges, if desired.
Nutrition
Serving1gCalories236kcalCarbohydrates16gProtein16gFat12gSaturated Fat4gCholesterol51mgSodium386mgPotassium460mgFiber2gSugar3g