Greek · PANTRYHOP RECIPE
Greek Meatballs (Keftedes)
45 minutes · 4 servings · omnivore
Keftedes are traditional Greek meatballs, commonly served as meze or with rice and salad.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb / 450 g ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumb
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Let’s make it
- Mix all ingredients except the oil until just combined. Shape into 16 meatballs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the meatballs, turning often, until browned and cooked through to 160 F / 71 C, about 12 to 15 minutes.
- Drain briefly on paper towels if needed.
- Serve warm with lemon, yogurt, or pita.
Make smaller meatballs for children so they cook evenly and are easy to pick up.
Cooking time varies with equipment and batch size. Follow school allergy rules for children’s meals; keep perishable lunches cold.
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