Mauritanian Spiced Beef Kofta
Mauritanian Spiced Beef Kofta is a delicious and flavorful dish that originates from Mauritanian cuisine. These spiced beef koftas are perfect for a special dinner or a festive occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, and chopped fresh parsley.
- Shape the mixture into small oval-shaped koftas.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the koftas for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and browned on the outside.
- Serve the Mauritanian Spiced Beef Kofta hot with your choice of side dishes.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large bowl Skillet
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons Measuring cups
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Mauritanian Spiced Beef Kofta pairs well with couscous, rice, or flatbread.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For extra flavor, you can grill the koftas on a barbecue instead of cooking them on the stovetop.
Cost
$15