Kofta bil-batata (potato and meat kofta)

Instructions

1. Mix the minced meat with the grated onion, parsley, garlic, egg, half of the spices and a pinch of salt.
2. Shape into balls the size of a walnut and chill for 15 minutes.
3. Peel the potatoes and cut them into wedges.
4. Brown the kofta in the oil over medium heat for 4 minutes on each side, then remove them.
5. In the same oil, fry the potatoes for 5 minutes until they take on some colour.
6. Add the grated tomatoes and the tomato paste, cook for 3 minutes, then pour in the water and the rest of the spices.
7. Put the kofta back in, cover and simmer gently for 25 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
8. Serve with the sauce piping hot.