Kafta Stew (Middle Eastern Meatball Stew)

Directions

1. 1
   Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix well with your hands. Chill for at least 30 minutes, this will make shaping the balls easier. Shape all into same size balls and chill until ready to cook.In a medium pot, heat oil and place the meatballs to sauté until browned on all sides.
2. 2
   Remove and set aside. In the same pot, add carrots, potatoes and onions and sauté for a few minutes until they develop a skin.
3. 3
   Add the diced tomatoes and stir around, making sure to remove all the yummy bits at the bottom of the pot.
4. 4
   Add water, salt and pepper into the pot. Adjust taste to your liking before you add the kafta. After adding kafta, cover pot and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender when pricked with fork.
5. 5
   Serve warm.