
Algerian Tagine with Meatballs and Caramelized Onions
This Algerian tagine with meatballs and caramelized onions is a true culinary journey to the heart of Algeria. The slow cooking allows spices like cinnamon and cumin to release all their aromas, creating a rich and fragrant sauce. You may wonder what makes Algerian cuisine special? Algerians often use a blend of spices like turmeric, ginger and cumin, giving their dishes that golden color and warm taste. And between us, the difference between Algerian and Moroccan couscous? In Algeria, couscous is finer and often served with a variety of vegetables and meat in sauce. This tagine is perfect for a cozy family meal, and you'll see, your guests will ask for more!
Ingredients
- Ground meat (lamb or beef)500 g
- Onions4 large
- Tomato paste2 tablespoons
- Ground cinnamon1 teaspoon
- Ground cumin1 teaspoon
- Turmeric1/2 teaspoon
- Fresh ginger grated1 piece 2 cm
- Fresh parsley1 bunch
- Fresh cilantro1 bunch
- Olive oil3 tablespoons
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Water500 ml
Nutrition
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, mix the ground meat with half of the chopped parsley and cilantro, salt, pepper and a pinch of cumin. Form walnut-sized meatballs.
- 2
In a large pot, heat the olive oil and sauté the sliced onions until well caramelized (about 15 minutes). Remove onions and set aside.
- 3
In the same pot, brown the meatballs on all sides. Add tomato paste, spices (cinnamon, cumin, turmeric, ginger) and mix well.
- 4
Return the caramelized onions to the pot, pour in water, cover and simmer on low heat for 30 to 40 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- 5
Add the remaining fresh herbs at the end of cooking, adjust seasoning and serve hot with flatbread or couscous semolina.
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