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Meatballs In Lemon Sauce (Greek Keftedes)

Delightful Meatballs in Lemon Sauce: A Greek Keftedes Recipe

Experience the delightful flavors of Meatballs In Lemon Sauce (Greek Keftedes) that are easy to prepare and bursting with Greek spices.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lbs Ground Pork Can be substituted with additional ground beef or lamb.
  • 1 lbs Lean Ground Beef Opt for a higher lean-to-fat ratio for a healthier option.
  • 1 large Egg Binds the meat mixture.
  • 2 slices Crustless Bread Soaked in white wine for moisture.
  • 1/2 cup White Wine Replace with milk for non-alcoholic.
  • 1 medium Onion (Minced) Infuses aromatic sweetness.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Minced) Enhances savory flavor.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin Optional for milder flavors.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Dried Parsley Fresh parsley is an excellent substitute.
  • 1 tsp Fine Sea Salt To taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Pepper To taste.
For the Lemon Sauce
  • 2 TBSP Butter
  • 2 TBSP All-Purpose Flour Cornstarch is a gluten-free alternative.
  • 2 cups Hot Water or Stock Chicken stock enhances flavor.
  • 6-8 TBSP Lemon Juice Adjust based on preference.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Plate
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Steps for Meatballs In Lemon Sauce
  1. Soak crustless bread in white wine for about 5 minutes in a small bowl.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, ground beef, egg, minced onion, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried parsley, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the soaked bread to the meat mixture and mix until well combined.
  4. Shape mixture into approximately 15 oval meatballs, each about 65-70 grams.
  5. Cover meatballs with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for about 1 hour.
  6. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the meatballs for about 4 minutes on each side until browned.
  7. Remove meatballs to drain excess oil and lower heat, adding butter to melt.
  8. Add flour to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously.
  9. Gradually whisk in hot water or stock and lemon juice until sauce thickens.
  10. Return seared meatballs to skillet, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  11. Serve meatballs in lemon sauce, garnish with cracked pepper and dried oregano.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with sides like Greek rice or roasted potatoes for a complete meal.

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