Pasta B'Kofta

Pasta B'Kofta is a delightful Lebanese dish featuring tender kofta meatballs served over a bed of pasta, all enveloped in a rich, spiced tomato sauce. This dairy-free version captures the authentic flavors of Lebanese cuisine, making it a perfect comfort food for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or penne) - 200 grams
• Ground beef or lamb - 250 grams
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 medium
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Tomato sauce - 400 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 500 ml

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine ground beef or lamb, half of the chopped onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and form into small meatballs (about the size of a golf ball).
2. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the remaining chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
3. Add the meatballs to the pan and brown them on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. Remove the meatballs and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add the tomato sauce and water, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
5. Return the meatballs to the pan, cover, and let them simmer in the sauce for about 15 minutes until cooked through.
6. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
7. Once the meatballs are cooked, serve them over the pasta, spooning the sauce generously on top. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 620
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Contains iron and B vitamins from the meat, supporting energy production.

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