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Name: Authentic Kefta Mquaraa bil Laardia Recipe
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Morocco
Ingredients: *For the Kefta (Meatballs):**; 1 lb (450g) ground beef or lamb (or a 50/50 mix); 1 medium onion, finely grated; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon olive oil (for mixing); *For the Laardia (Sauce):**; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 lbs (900g) ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped (or 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes); 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 5 cups (350ml) water or beef broth; 1 tablespoon nigella seeds (kalonji); 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; Pinch of cayenne pepper or harissa (optional, for heat); 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Kefta Mquaraa bil Laardia

🇲🇦 Morocco

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