Bus Station Kefta With Egg And Tomato

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This dish is very popular in bus and train stations around the middle east, would make a great informal brunch or supper dish. From modern moroccan by ghillie basan

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Steps

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In a bowl knead the minced lamb with the onion , breadcrumbs , 1 egg , cinnamon , parsley and salt and pepper to taste , until well mixed.

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Lift the mixture into your hand and slap it down into the bowl several times.

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Take a small amount of mixture and shape it into a small ball about the size of a walnut , repeat with the remaining mixture to make about 12 balls.

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Heat the olive oil with the butter in a large heavy fry pan and fry meat balls until nicely browned , turning occasionally so they cook evenly.

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Stir in the tomatoes , sugar , ras el hanout and most of the coriander.

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Bring to the boil , cook for a few mins to reduce the sauce and roll the balls in the sauce.

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Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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Make room for the remaining eggs in the pan and crack them into spaces between the meatballs.

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Cover the pan , reduce the heat and cook for about 3 mins or until the eggs are just set.

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Sprinkle with the remaining coriander and serve in the pan.

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Ingredients

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lamb, onion, breadcrumbs, eggs, ground cinnamon, parsley, olive oil, butter, italian tomatoes, sugar, ras el hanout spice mix, coriander