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.

Meatballs With Potatoes (mouthwatering Qofte Me Patate)

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

  1. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, chopped onion, egg, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, pepper, and paprika until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a golf ball.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.
  4. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the sliced potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. 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.
  6. 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