Beef Kefta Bake

Beef Kefta Bake is a hearty Moroccan dish featuring seasoned ground beef shaped into flavorful meatballs, baked with a vibrant tomato sauce and topped with fresh herbs. It's a high-protein meal that combines aromatic spices with the comforting essence of baked goodness.

Ingredients

• Ground beef (lean) - 300 grams
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 small (about 100 grams)
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Parsley (fresh, chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Cilantro (fresh, chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin (ground) - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika (smoked) - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon (ground) - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Egg - 1 large
• Water - 50 milliliters

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and the egg. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
3. Shape the beef mixture into 12 small meatballs, approximately 3-4 cm in diameter.
4. In a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and brown them on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and water. Pour this sauce over the browned meatballs in the skillet.
6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is bubbling.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional chopped parsley and cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 110 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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