Beef Kefta Tagine with Eggs & Spices

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This Beef Kefta Tagine with Eggs & Spices is a timeless Moroccan standard — aromatic meatballs in deep tomato sauce, topped with beautifully poached eggs. Served throughout Moroccan homes, it’s best served with freshly baked bread for dipping each juicy bite.

• Ingredients:
• 🧆 For the Kefta (Meatballs):
• 500 g ground beef (or lamb)
• 1 small onion, finely grated
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt
• 🍅 For the Sauce:
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tomatoes, grated or blended
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp cumin
• ¼ tsp cayenne (optional)
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 3–4 eggs
• Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)

• 👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
• In a bowl, mix all the kefta ingredients and shape into small meatballs.
• Heat olive oil in a tagine or deep pan.
• Add garlic and tomatoes, then cook for 10–15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
• Gently add the meatballs and simmer for 15–20 minutes.
• Once the sauce reduces, crack the eggs directly on top of the tagine.
• Cover and cook until eggs are just set.
• Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with Moroccan bread.

🍋 Tips / Notes

💡 For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or preserved lemon to the sauce. Traditionally cooked in a clay tagine for deeper taste!