African Style Harissa Beef Meatloaf Medallions

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with a bit of olive oil.

2. 2

   Finely chop the small onion and mince the garlic cloves.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, harissa paste, chopped onion, minced garlic, ground coriander, ground cumin, chopped fresh cilantro, olive oil, and salt.

4. 4

   Mix all the ingredients together using your hands or a spatula until well combined, but do not overmix.

5. 5

   Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a round, thick medallion (about 2 cm thick).

6. 6

   Place the medallions on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the medallions are cooked through and nicely browned on top.

8. 8

   Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

9. 9

   Serve warm, garnished with extra fresh cilantro if desired.