Meatballs With Potatoes (mouthwatering Qofte Me Patate)
This mouthwatering Albanian recipe for Qofte me Patate (Meatballs with Potatoes) is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends.
Ingredients
- 500g ground beef
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and sliced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, chopped onion, egg, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, pepper, and paprika until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a golf ball.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.
- Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the sliced potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Return the meatballs to the skillet, nestling them among the potatoes. Cover and cook for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the meatballs are cooked through.
- Serve the Qofte me Patate hot, garnished with additional chopped parsley if desired.
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
- 20g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Large bowl Skillet Spatula Cutting board Knife
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Qofte me Patate with a side of fresh salad and crusty bread.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cumin or red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture.
Cost
$15