Dawood Basha /how to make kofta Dawood Basha /meatballs in tomato sauce/

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground lamb

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground lamb adds a unique flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are a great source of protein and cook faster.

parsley

🥗Healthier: coriander

💰Cheaper: green onions

Coriander adds a fresh flavor while being more affordable.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart, about 7-10 minutes.

Mix in diced tomatoes and chopped bell peppers, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Sprinkle in spices, including salt, black pepper, cinnamon, and bay leaves, stirring well.

Pour in water to cover the mixture and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 30-40 minutes, until flavors meld.

Add drained chickpeas and cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Stir in lemon juice and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve hot over cooked rice, garnished with parsley.

Cooking Techniques

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