How to Make Daoud Basha Kefta
Daoud Basha Kefta is a delicious Middle Eastern dish made from spiced ground meat, typically served with rice and a flavorful tomato sauce. This recipe will guide you through making this savory dish that is sure to impress your family and guests.
Ingredients
- 500 grams of ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 egg
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups of water
- Rice, for serving
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Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, pepper, parsley, and the egg. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into small oval-shaped patties (kefta).
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the kefta and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once browned, pour the tomato sauce over the kefta. Add the water and bring to a simmer.
- Cover the pan and let it cook for about 20-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
- Serve the Daoud Basha Kefta hot over a bed of rice, with the sauce generously poured on top.
