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Greek Meatballs (Keftedakia)

Greek · Appetizer · Main

Crispy on the outside and incredibly juicy on the inside, these traditional Greek meatballs are infused with the cooling aroma of fresh mint and the earthy punch of oregano.

IntermediateHigh protein
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45 minA little patience, a lot of flavor
Prep time20 min
Cook time25 min
Servings6 people
DifficultyIntermediate
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How to make it

4 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Combine the ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, soaked bread, egg, mint

    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, soaked bread, egg, mint, and oregano. Season generously with salt and pepper.

  2. Knead the mixture thoroughly

    Knead the mixture thoroughly for about 5 minutes until the ingredients are well integrated and the texture becomes slightly tacky.

    5 min

  3. Form the mixture

    Form the mixture into small balls (roughly the size of a walnut). Roll each ball in the flour to coat lightly, shaking off any excess.

  4. Heat olive oil in a large pan

    Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot 180°C (356°F), fry the meatballs in batches for about 8-10 minutes, turning them occasionally until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.

    10 min

A little kitchen wisdom

For the most authentic flavor, let the mixture rest in the fridge for 30 minutes before rolling; this allows the herbs to fully penetrate the meat.

What you'll need

Large bowlFrying panGrater
Keep the good going

For now. And for later.

Make it ahead

The meat mixture can be prepared 24 hours in advance and kept in the fridge.

Store & enjoy

Store in an airtight container. They are delicious cold or reheated. Reheat in an oven at 175°C (347°F) for 10 minutes to maintain crispiness.

Allergens

Contains wheat, gluten, milk, eggs.

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Greek Meatballs (Keftedakia)
Step 1 of 4

Combine the ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, soaked bread, egg, mint

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, soaked bread, egg, mint, and oregano. Season generously with salt and pepper.