Moroccan Meatballs (Meatball Tagine)

🧂 Ingredients

For the meatballs:

• 500g ground beef or lamb
• 1 small onion, finely grated
• 3 tbsp chopped parsley
• 3 tbsp chopped cilantro
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• Optional: ¼ tsp turmeric or cinnamon for extra depth

For the tomato sauce:

• 4 ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped (or grated)
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 green pepper, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: chili pepper or cayenne for heat
• Optional: 2–3 eggs for poaching
• Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish