MEATBALLS WITH GREENPEAS COOKED IN TOMATO SAUCE

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, parsley, minced garlic, chopped onion, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, egg, and breadcrumbs. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.

Combine Ingredients

Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and set aside.

Form Meatballs

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.

Sauté Onions and Garlic

Stir in crushed tomatoes, green peas, cilantro, cumin, salt, black pepper, and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Add Tomatoes and Seasoning

Carefully add the meatballs to the sauce. Cover and let simmer for about 20 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through and the sauce thickens.

Cook Meatballs

Garnish with additional chopped cilantro if desired. Serve the green peas tagine hot, alongside rice or crusty bread.

Serve Hot

Ground beef

Fresh parsley, chopped

greenpeas tagine

Recipe information

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