Daoud Basha(lebanese meatballs)|طريقة عمل داوود باشا

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

Mix ground beef, finely chopped onion, 7 spices, ground coriander, cinnamon, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.

Shape the mixture into oval-shaped patties.

Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add the patties to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Remove the patties from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add sliced onions, tomato paste, tomato puree, and broth.

Bring the sauce to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Return the patties to the skillet, cover, and simmer until cooked through.

Meanwhile, in a separate pot, heat canola oil and butter, add vermicelli and toast until golden.

Add basmati rice, water, and salt to the pot, and cook according to package instructions.

Serve the patties over rice, garnished with toasted pine nuts and freshly chopped parsley or coriander.

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