Tagine with Sardine Balls Recipe
A flavorful Moroccan dish, Tagine with Sardine Balls, featuring spiced sardine meatballs simmered in a rich tomato and pepper sauce, perfect with crusty bread.
Ingredients
For the Sardine Balls:
- 500g fresh sardines (cleaned and deboned)
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
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For the Sauce:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 ripe tomatoes, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 cup water
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Sardine Balls:
- In a food processor, blend sardines until smooth.
- Mix in parsley, cilantro, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes to make the balls that will be perfect for the tagine with sardine.
- Form small balls and set aside.
- Make the Sauce:
- Heat olive oil in a tagine or deep pan over medium heat.
- Sauté onions until soft, then add grated tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes while you imagine the sardine balls simmering soon.
- Stir in bell peppers, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, turmeric, and water. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Cook the Sardine Balls:
- Gently place the sardine balls into the sauce. Cover and let simmer for 20 minutes to create your tagine with a delicious touch of sardine balls.
- Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
Serving Suggestions:
🍽️ Enjoy tagine with warm bread or couscous for a traditional Moroccan experience! Try this delightful dish for your next meal and savor the authentic flavors of Tagine with Sardine Balls.