Kefta with Spices

Kefta with Spices is a fragrant Moroccan appetizer featuring spiced ground meat shaped into flavorful meatballs. This dish is perfect for sharing and pairs beautifully with a fresh salad or flatbreads.

Ingredients

• Ground beef or lamb - 250 grams
• Red onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon - 1, juiced

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
2. Mix the ingredients thoroughly with your hands until well combined.
3. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 2.5 cm in diameter.
4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
5. Add the meatballs to the skillet, cooking for about 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
6. Once cooked, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the meatballs for added flavor.
7. Serve warm with a side of fresh salad or flatbread.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in herbs and spices, which can enhance digestion and offer anti-inflammatory benefits.

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