Siniyet Kofta bil Batata (Nablus Baked Parsley-Spiced Kofta, Potato & Tomato Tray-Bake) – Authentic Palestine Recipe
Every Palestinian family’s beloved oven bake where potatoes and tomatoes roast in the savory juices of spiced kofta.
- Country of Origin
- 🇵🇸 Palestine (Middle East, Asia)
- Dietary Profile
- omnivore
- Prep Time
- 20 min
- Cook Time
- 30 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Signature Staples
- Seasoned beef-and-parsley kofta base or medallions, Sliced waxy potatoes, Roasted tomato wheels and pine nuts, Palestinian baharat (allspice, Cinnamon
Ingredients for Siniyet Kofta bil Batata (Nablus Baked Parsley-Spiced Kofta, Potato & Tomato Tray-Bake) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) seasoned beef-and-parsley kofta base or medallions, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups sliced waxy potatoes, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup roasted tomato wheels and pine nuts
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with Palestinian baharat (allspice
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Palestine seasoning (cinnamon, nutmeg), garlic, olive oil)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, Palestinian baharat (allspice, and cinnamon, nutmeg), garlic, olive oil for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine seasoned beef-and-parsley kofta base or medallions and sliced waxy potatoes with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
- Top with roasted tomato wheels and pine nuts and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.