For the Meatballs (Kefta):

1 lb ground lamb or beef

¼ onion, grated

2 tbsp parsley, chopped

2 tbsp cilantro, chopped

1 tsp paprika

½ tsp cumin

1 tsp coriander

1 tsp salt

½ tsp pepper

¼ tsp turmeric

¼ tsp cinnamon

½ tsp ginger powder (optional)

2 garlic cloves, grated

For the Tagine Sauce:

2½ tbsp olive oil

1 large onion, diced

3 garlic cloves, finely chopped

1½ tsp paprika

¼ tsp turmeric

¼ tsp cinnamon

½ tsp pepper

½ tsp cumin

1 tsp coriander

¼ tsp ginger powder or 1 tsp fresh grated ginger

¼ tsp cayenne (optional)

Salt to taste

1 tbsp tomato paste

1½ cups grated tomatoes

2 tbsp each parsley & cilantro, chopped

¼ cup water

3–4 eggs (optional but recommended)