Kufta (circassian Style Lamb Meatballs In Tomato Sauce)
Kufta is a traditional Circassian dish made of flavorful lamb meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce. This recipe combines the warm spices of Circassian cuisine with the comforting flavors of a hearty tomato sauce, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp sugar
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined, then shape the mixture into meatballs.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the crushed tomatoes, broth, tomato paste, and sugar. Stir to combine, then return the meatballs to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them.
- Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Once cooked, garnish the meatballs with fresh parsley and serve hot.
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 Measuring spoons Measuring cup
Tools
Stove
Serving suggestions
Serve the Kufta meatballs over a bed of fluffy rice or with warm pita bread to soak up the delicious tomato sauce.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or allspice to the meatball mixture before shaping them.
Cost
$15