This Kefta or Chicken Patties with Spinach and Cheese in Tomato Garlic Sauce is a tasty, warm and comforting dish. It’s made with ground beef, spinach, cheese and seasoned with aromatic spices all simmered in a rich tomato garlic sauce. Serve it over rice or couscous to make a complete meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef, chicken or turkey
- 1/2 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Tomato Garlic Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine the ground beef, spinach, cheese, garlic powder, cumin, paprika and salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape into small patties.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and cook for about 5 minutes per side or until cooked through.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the garlic to the same skillet and cook for 1 minute. Add the diced tomatoes and season with salt and pepper.
