Dawood Basha Kofta
Country: Turkey
Dawood Basha Kofta is a traditional dish from Eastern cuisine, especially in Turkey. This dish is characterized by minced meatballs cooked in a rich tomato sauce with spices. It is believed that its name dates back to the Ottoman era, where it was favored by the Pashas. It is usually served with rice or bread, and is considered a delicious and popular meal for everyone
Ingredients
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0.5 Kilogram
of Ground meat
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2 Piece
of onion
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1 Teaspoon
of garlic
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0.25 Cup
of Parsley
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0.5 Cup
of bread crumbs
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3 Piece
of Tomato
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2 Tablespoon
of Tomato paste
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1 Tablespoon
of Salt
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1 Tablespoon
of Ground black pepper
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1 Teaspoon
of Paprika
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1 Teaspoon
of Ground cumin
Instructions
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1
In a large bowl, mix the ground meat with chopped onion, garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika. Knead the mixture well until all the ingredients are well combined. Shape the mixture into small balls
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2
In a pan, heat a little oil over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides until they become golden. Set them aside
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3
In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent. Then add the garlic and sauté for an additional minute. Next, add the grated tomatoes and tomato paste, and mix well. Pour in 2 cups of hot water, and season with salt, black pepper to taste, and a teaspoon of sugar. Let it cook for 10 minutes. After that, add the fried meatballs and let it simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes until fully cooked and the flavors are absorbed
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