Moroccan kofte and sausage stew

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Moroccan kofte and sausage stew
45 min.
8
372kcal
42.93%sweetness
100%saltiness
32.61%sourness
21.8%bitterness
52.94%savoriness
59.38%fattiness
100%spiciness

Suggestions

This Moroccan kofte and sausage stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a cozy night in. The meatballs are seasoned with a blend of aromatic spices, including cumin, coriander, and cloves, giving them a deep and complex flavor. The addition of sausage and harissa adds a nice kick of heat, while the tomatoes and chicken stock create a rich and savory sauce. This stew is best served with a side of couscous or rice to soak up all the delicious juices. The recipe also includes instructions on how to make your own harissa paste from scratch, which can be used in a variety of other dishes as well. Overall, this Moroccan kofte and sausage stew is a comforting and satisfying meal that's perfect for warming you up on a cold day.

The recipe is also packed with nutrients, providing a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. The meatballs are made with ground beef, which is a great source of zinc and vitamin B12, while the tomatoes provide vitamin C and the chili peppers add a good amount of vitamin A. This stew is not only delicious but also nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

  • 600 ground beef minced
  •  onion finely chopped
  •  to 5 chilies red finely chopped
  • tsp ground cumin 
  • tsp ground cloves 
  • leaves cilantro leaves whole chopped
  • tsp ground coriander 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.5 tsp sea salt 
  • 250 sausage chopped
  • Tbs olive oil 
  • Tbs harissa 
  • 480 tomatoes chopped
  • 400 ml chicken stock see 
  • 0.3 tsp cinnamon 
  • 10  chilies dried red
  • cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 tsp salt 
  • tsp caraway seeds 
  • 0.5 tsp cumin 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Mix the beef, onion, chilli, spices and the chopped coriander leaves.
  2. Add the egg and salt, mix and combine.
  3. Form small meatballs about the size of a walnut (approximately 26 meatballs).
  4. Fry the meatballs and the sausage in olive oil in a large frying pan until browned all over (you may need to do this in batches).
  5. Scoop out, then add the harissa* and cook for a minute.
  6. Add the tomatoes, chicken stock and cinnamon. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. Return the meatballs and sausage and simmer for another 20 minutes, until cooked.
  8. Stir through the rest of the coriander to finish.
  9. Soak the dried chilies in hot water for 30 minutes.
  10. Drain.
  11. Remove stems and seeds.
  12. In a food processor blend chili peppers, garlic, salt, and olive oil.
  13. Add remaining spices and blend to form a smooth paste.
  14. Drizzle a small amount of olive oil on top to keep fresh.
  15. Store in airtight container and keep for a month in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories372kcal
Protein22.39%
Fat68.8%
Carbs8.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.88
Glycemic Load
1.19
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
14.646956521739%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.41mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.15mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
3.22mg

Taste

Sweetness:
42.93%
Saltiness:
100%
Sourness:
32.61%
Bitterness:
21.8%
Savoriness:
52.94%
Fattiness:
59.38%
Spiciness:
100%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:372.17kcal
18.61%
Fat:28.33g
43.59%
Saturated Fat:9.37g
58.59%
Carbohydrates:8.16g
2.72%
Net Carbohydrates:6.46g
2.35%
Sugar:4.07g
4.52%
Cholesterol:97.73mg
32.58%
Sodium:676.71mg
29.42%
Protein:20.75g
41.5%
Vitamin B12:1.92µg
31.99%
Vitamin B3:6.05mg
30.24%
Zinc:4.17mg
27.82%
Vitamin B6:0.5mg
25%
Vitamin C:18.96mg
22.98%
Phosphorus:215.41mg
21.54%
Selenium:14.51µg
20.73%
Vitamin A:814.25IU
16.28%
Manganese:0.32mg
16.23%
Potassium:568.18mg
16.23%
Iron:2.73mg
15.17%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.85%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.08%
Vitamin K:10.98µg
10.46%
Vitamin E:1.45mg
9.66%
Magnesium:33.92mg
8.48%
Copper:0.17mg
8.25%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.67%
Fiber:1.7g
6.8%
Folate:24.49µg
6.12%
Calcium:43.6mg
4.36%
Vitamin D:0.59µg
3.94%
Source:Foodista