Dawood Basha (spiced Lamb Meatballs In Tomato Sauce)
Dawood Basha is a traditional Kuwaiti dish consisting of spiced lamb meatballs cooked in a rich tomato sauce. This flavorful and aromatic dish is perfect for a comforting family meal or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 500g ground lamb
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup beef or lamb broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the ground lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Shape the mixture into meatballs.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, then remove them from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the crushed tomatoes, beef or lamb broth, tomato paste, and pomegranate molasses. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Return the meatballs to the skillet, spooning the tomato sauce over them. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
- Once cooked, garnish with fresh parsley and serve the Dawood Basha hot with rice or bread.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large bowl Skillet Spatula Cover for skillet
Tools
Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons Measuring cup
Serving suggestions
Serve the Dawood Basha with fluffy rice, pita bread, or Arabic flatbread. It pairs well with a fresh salad or pickled vegetables.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of sumac or a squeeze of lemon juice to the meatball mixture before shaping them.
Cost
$20