Authentic Kefta Tagine Recipe Morocco, Africa

Name: Kefta Tagine (Moroccan Meatball Tagine)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Maghrebi
Ingredients: MEATBALLS; 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or lamb (or mix of the two); 1 small onion, finely chopped or grated; 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley; 3 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; TOMATO SAUCE; 2 lbs(900 g) ripe tomatoes; 1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil or vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1 small green bell pepper, - finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, pressed or finely chopped; 1.5 tsp paprika; 1.5 tsp cumin; 1.5 tsp salt (or to taste); 1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste); 1 bay leaf; 2 tbsp finely chopped parsley; 2 tbsp finely chopped cilantro; GARNISH; 4 eggs (free range or beldi eggs are preferred); fresh parsley or cilantro sprigs

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