Kefta Cigars
Let me share a family secret with you. Spiced ground meat rolled into long, thin pastry cylinders (cigars), deep-fried until crunchy. Rooted deeply in our Berber and Andalusian heritage, this is more than just a dish—it's a story told through spices. Trust me, you'll need plenty of crusty bread to soak up every last drop.
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Ingredients
- Warqa dough
- Ground beef
- Onions
- Cilantro
- Cinnamon
- Paprika
- Oil for frying
Step-by-Step Instructions
How do you achieve the authentic Moroccan flavor?
Start by gathering your ingredients. The magic always begins with patience and the right spices.
Cook the ground beef with onions and spices until dry.
Place a line of filling along the edge of a pastry sheet.
Tuck in the sides and roll it up tightly into a cigar shape.
Fry until golden and serve immediately.
Serve immediately in the center of the table. In Morocco, we never eat alone—Karam (hospitality) demands we share!
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