Moroccan Kefta Sandwich — Msemen Bread Filled with Spiced Meat and Mint Yogurt Sauce
Here is a sandwich that smells of the alleys of Marrakech and the food stalls of Casablanca: the kefta sandwich, msemen style. The ground meat, fragrant with cumin, paprika, and a hint of cinnamon, is seared in a pan and slipped into soft msemen bread, with a fresh mint yogurt sauce that balances the spices. It's Moroccan street food at its best, easy to make at home in 30 minutes. For essential spices, rely on cumin, paprika, and cinnamon: this trio is the foundation of many Moroccan dishes, like tagine or couscous. Feel free to adjust the harissa to your taste for a little kick.
Ingredients
- Ground beef500 g
- Onion1, finely chopped
- Garlic2 cloves, crushed
- Fresh parsley2 tbsp, chopped
- Fresh cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
- Ground cumin1 tsp
- Paprika1 tsp
- Ground cinnamon1/2 tsp
- Harissa (chili paste)1 tbsp (optional)
- Olive oil2 tbsp
- Salt and pepperto taste
- Msemen or pita bread4 breads
- Plain yogurt200 g
- Fresh mint2 tbsp, chopped
- Lemon1/2, juice
- Tomatoes2, sliced
- Lettuce4 leaves
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, mix the ground beef with onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, harissa, salt, and pepper. Knead well.
- 2
Shape the meat into small balls or flat patties. Cook them in a skillet with olive oil for 5-7 minutes on each side until well browned.
- 3
Meanwhile, prepare the yogurt sauce: mix plain yogurt with chopped mint, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
- 4
Warm the msemen or pita breads. Carefully open them to form a pocket.
- 5
Fill each bread with lettuce leaves, tomato slices, and kefta. Drizzle generously with mint yogurt sauce.
- 6
Serve immediately, optionally with homemade fries or a Moroccan salad.
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