Name: Kafta bil Saynieh - Oven-Baked Minced Meat Patties and Vegetables
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 85 min
Yield: 3 or 4
Ingredients: 500g of minced lamb or beef; 1 medium-sized onion or 3 spring onions, finely chopped; 1 handful of fresh parsley, finely chopped; 1/2 tsp of each of the following: salt, garlic powder, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, white pepper, turmeric (healthy supplement); 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 bell pepper, cut into wedges; 2 courgettes, cut into large slices; 4 or more potatoes, peeled and cut into round slices; 4 tomatoes, finely sliced into rounds; 1 tin of chopped tomatoes + 1 tbsp of tomato paste mixed with half a cup of water; 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped + 2 sprigs of thyme; A squeeze of lemon; Salt, black pepper, and 1/2 tsp of turmeric for the tomato sauce; Olive oil, to drizzle on top before baking

"Kafta bil Saynieh is a beloved Lebanese casserole where spiced minced meat patties are layered with potatoes, tomatoes, bell peppers, courgettes, and more, then baked in a flavorful tomato sauce. This hearty dish combines savory meat with wholesome vegetables for a comforting, nutritious meal. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings."

Method 5 Steps

1

Mix the minced meat with the finely chopped onion, parsley, and spices. Form the patties, place them in an ovenproof dish (large enough to later accommodate the vegetables), drizzle with olive oil, and bake until golden brown. Set aside.
2

While the patties are baking, cut the pepper and courgettes lengthwise into 8 pieces, then cut the potatoes and tomatoes into round slices.
3

In a bowl, mix the tinned chopped tomatoes with the diluted tomato paste, garlic, thyme, turmeric, salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon.
4

To assemble, first place the peppers and courgettes between the patties, cover everything with the potato slices, place the tomato slices on top, then pour the tomato mixture all over. Drizzle with olive oil, cover with aluminium foil, and bake in a 180C oven until the potatoes are cooked (around 35 minutes). Remove the foil and bake for a further 5 minutes before removing from the oven.
5

Serve with a green salad.

Kafta bil Saynieh - Oven-Baked Minced Meat Patties and Vegetables

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