Moroccan kefta mkaouara meatballs with baked eggs
Spiced lamb meatballs simmered in tomato sauce, with eggs baked on top until just set. Mop up with bread.
- Time45 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.25 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the mince with the grated onion, half the coriander, the parsley, 1 tsp cumin, paprika and salt. Roll into 20 small balls.
- 2
Heat the oil in a wide, deep pan and fry the sliced onion for 5 minutes. Add the garlic and remaining cumin and cook for 1 minute.
5 min - 3
Add the tomatoes and cinnamon and simmer for 10 minutes.
10 min - 4
Drop in the meatballs, cover and simmer for 12 minutes, turning once.
12 min - 5
Make four dips in the sauce and crack in the eggs. Cover and cook for 5 minutes until the whites are set and the yolks still soft.
5 min - 6
Scatter over the rest of the coriander and serve with warm bread.
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