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Greek Meatballs

Deliciously Juicy Greek Meatballs for Your Perfect Pita

Savor the delightful flavors of Greek Meatballs, or Keftedes, perfect for a cozy night in or festive mezze platter.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef
  • 1 pound Ground Lamb Optional; substitute entirely with ground lamb for a richer taste.
  • 1 medium Onion (Grated)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (Minced)
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley Can substitute with dill or mint.
  • 2 slices Bread (Torn and soaked in milk) Use gluten-free bread as necessary.
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/2 cup Flour (for coating)
For Serving
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce
  • 4 pieces Pita Bread Warm and fluffy.
  • 1 cup Fresh Greek Salad Include cucumbers, tomatoes, and olives.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Greek Meatballs
  1. Begin by tearing the bread into small pieces and soaking it in milk for about 5 minutes until completely soft. Drain excess milk and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground lamb, grated onion, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, and the soaked bread. Gently mix until just combined.
  3. Add salt, pepper, and any additional spices to the bowl, mixing thoroughly. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  4. Coat hands with oil, scoop out portions of the mixture, and shape into uniform meatballs about the size of a tablespoon.
  5. Lightly dust each meatball with flour, rolling gently to create a thin coating.
  6. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Fry meatballs for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until browned and cooked through.
  7. Transfer Greek Meatballs to a serving platter. Let cool slightly before serving with pita and tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 2meatballsCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 23gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, ensure meatballs are of uniform size for even cooking. Tzatziki sauce adds a refreshing touch. Leftovers freeze well.

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