Tajine Kefta

Tajine Kefta is a flavorful Moroccan dish featuring spiced meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce, perfect for a keto-friendly appetizer. This dish combines aromatic spices and fresh herbs, delivering a taste of Moroccan cuisine with a low-carb twist.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 250 grams
• Ground lamb - 100 grams
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Canned diced tomatoes - 200 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Egg - 1, beaten

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and beaten egg. Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated.
2. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 2.5 cm in diameter.
3. Heat the olive oil in a tajine or a deep skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and brown them on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add the diced red bell pepper and cook for about 3 minutes until softened.
5. Add the canned diced tomatoes to the pan and bring to a simmer. Return the meatballs to the pan, cover, and let cook for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley or cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

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