GREEK MEATBALLS RECIPE (KEFTEDES/ KEFTETHES)
A crispy, juicy and absolutely delicious Greek meatballs (keftedes) recipe! Keftedes is a famous Greek appetizer, commonly served as part of a meze platter, with some creamy tzatziki sauce and pita breads. Find out how to make it to perfection with this traditional Greek recipe.
Provided by Eli K. Giannopoulos
Categories Appetizer
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- To prepare this traditional Greek meatballs recipe (keftedes), add all the ingredients into a large bowl and mix well (for about 5-10 minutes), squeezing with your hands, to allow the flavours to blend. Cover the bowl with some plastic wrap and let it rest in the fridge for 1 hour.
- Turn the mixture for the keftedes out of the fridge and roll into meatballs the size of a walnut (or bigger if you prefer). If you're frying them, dredge the rolled meatballs lightly in flour making sure to shake off any excess. Fry until nicely browned on all sides.
- The traditional way of cooking Greek meatballs (keftedes) is frying them. Fry the keftedes in batches of 10-15 at a time, until nicely browned on all sides.
- Instead of frying you can bake / grill the keftedes in the oven. Preheat the oven at 200C, place the un-floured keftedes on greased baking sheet about an inch apart. Bake for about 20 minutes, turning the meatballs upside down midway through cooking time. The grilled version is much lighter than the fried so theres not excuse to not trying it now!
- Keftedes (Greek meatballs) are ideally served as an appetizer (meze) with some creamy tzatziki sauce and pita breads or as a main course with some basmati rice and a Greek salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 piece, Calories 63kcal, Sugar 0.3g, Sodium 91.2mg, Fat 2.8g, SaturatedFat 0.8g, UnsaturatedFat 1.7g, TransFat 0g, Carbohydrate 4.7g, Fiber 0.3g, Protein 4.5g, Cholesterol 15.8mg
GREEK MEATBALLS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a pan with foil and place a rack on top of the foil.
- Combine milk and panko bread crumbs. Let sit 5 minutes.
- Add remaining ingredients and mix until combined. Divide mixture into 20 meatballs.
- Roll and place on prepared pan. Bake 20-22 minutes or until browned and meatballs are cooked through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Sodium 336 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
EASY GREEK MEATBALLS (BAKED!)
This Easy Greek Meatballs recipe packs a TON of flavour into little tiny meatball packages! They're easy to make, bake quickly in the oven, and freeze super well. This recipe uses just a few pantry staples for a delicious, garlicky, meal, infused with delicious herbs. Who doesn't need an easy and delicious freezer meal at this (or any!) time of year?
Provided by Myra
Categories Main Course
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line a sheet pan with foil.
- Finely chop red onion, and peel and mince garlic.
- In a large bowl combine ALL the ingredients and use your hands (wash them well before and after) to combine the mixture. Roll the meatball mixture into small balls (mine were around golf ball size) and line them up on the sheet pan.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes. You could start checking after 15 minutes - depending on how hot your oven runs they might be done. I ALWAYS test my meat with a meat thermometer to take the guesswork out of it.*
- Serve with our Homemade Tzatziki, pita bread and fresh veggies, or with rice, or roasted potatoes. Enjoy! :)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 420 mg, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GREEK MEATBALLS WITH TZATZIKI AND TOASTED PITA
A traditional Greek recipe for juicy meatballs served over toasted pita with tzatziki!
Provided by Marilena Leavitt
Categories Main Course or Appetizer Appetizer
Time 35m
Yield 4-5
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Remove the ground beef from the refrigerator at least 15 minutes before you start cooking. In a large bowl, soak the slices of bread in the red wine vinegar. Let them sit for 5 minutes so they can absorb the vinegar. Squeeze them dry and if there is any vinegar left, discard it. Grate the onion using a box grater and then grate the garlic cloves with the help of a microplane. Add them both to the bowl.
- Next, add the ground beef, egg, olive oil, seasoning, and parsley and mix until all the ingredients are thoroughly incorporated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least half an hour. (This step will make them easier to roll and hold their shape.)
- Measure out heaped tablespoons of the mixture and roll into balls. It should make about 25 meatballs. Place them on a tray and set aside.
- Place a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat (medium if you have a powerful gas stove). Add enough olive oil to generously cover the bottom of the skillet.
- While the oil is heating, dredge the meatballs lightly in the flour, shaking off excess and place them in the hot skillet. (You will need to cook the meatballs in two batches.) Cook on all sides for about 6 minutes, rolling them around so they cook evenly. Once they are nicely browned, remove them from the skillet and keep warm while you work with the second batch.
- Place three or four of them on a warm pita and add some tzatziki. Sprinkle with some thinly sliced red onions and minced parsley. Wrap the pita tightly around the meatballs and enjoy!
- Peel the cucumber, seed it and grate it. Place it in a colander, sprinkle with some salt and let it sit for half an hour. Squeeze the water out by pressing it between the palms of your hands. Place the grated cucumber in a medium bowl.
- Press the garlic through the press (or use a microplane) and place it in a bowl. Add the minced fresh dill.
- Add the rest of the ingredients, season with salt, mix well and refrigerate overnight or for at least a couple of hours to allow the flavors to develop.
- Before serving, stir it well and taste it. Adjust the seasoning if needed, drizzle with some extra olive oil and serve with toasted Greek pita bread cut in triangles.
MINI MEATBALLS
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories appetizer
Time 1h30m
Yield 30 medium meatballs or 70 small
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl or mixer, thoroughly mix the beef, pork, breadcrumbs, milk, parsley, eggs, garlic, onion and some salt and pepper. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Shape into meatballs and place on a foil-lined shallow baking pan. Bake 30 minutes for medium or 25 minutes for bite-size. Stick toothpicks in the finished meatballs to serve as an appetizer.
GREEK MEATBALLS
Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 20 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a medium skillet, sweat onion and garlic in 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until translucent, about 2 minutes. Let cool and set aside.
- Wring the excess milk out of the soaked bread cubes.
- Place all ingredients, except flour and garnishes, in a large mixing bowl and combine by hand until fully incorporated. Form into little meatballs (about 1-ounce each).
- In a large skillet, heat remaining oil over medium heat. Dredge, or roll the meatballs in flour, and fry in the skillet until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from the pan and place on paper towels to drain the excess fat.
- Place on platter and garnish with lemon wedges and torn mint leaves.
MINI GREEK MEATBALLS
Make and share this Mini Greek Meatballs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by riffraff
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 30-35 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400.
- Combine all ingredients in large bowl, using your hands to mix ingredients.
- Lightly oil a 9 X 13 baking dish.
- Shape meat into 1 tablespoon size meatballs and place on baking sheet.
- Bake until browned and cooked through, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 41, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 19.1, Sodium 59.7, Carbohydrate 0.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 3.6
MINI MEATBALLS
Shape these tiny meatballs, then freeze for up to 3 months. There's no need to thaw before using; they will cook quickly right out of the freezer.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes Ground Beef Recipes
Time 20m
Yield Makes 40
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine beef, bacon, parsley, garlic, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, egg, nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Shape mixture into 40 meatballs.
- Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet or on 2 large plates. Freeze 1 hour. Once frozen, transfer to an airtight container or resealable plastic bag; label and date.
- To use the meatballs straight from the freezer, preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place meatballs on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until cooked through, about 15 minutes.
SOUTZOUKAKIA- MINI GREEK MEATBALLS
This is my husband's favorite dish! Most of the recipes call for pan frying before baking but I find that the meatballs soak up the tomato sauce better and are juicer this method. Serve as an appetizer or as a main course with pasta. Delicious!!!
Provided by presvicki
Categories Meatballs
Time 1h25m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. Soak bread in wine for 5 min and then squeeze out excess liquid.
- 2. Combine meat, bread, onions, garlic, parsley, eggs, cheese, oregano, cumin, salt and pepper. Set aside and chill in fridge for 1 hour.
- 3. Pinch off 1 tbsp of meat mixture and mold it into little footballs or cigars. Place in casserole baking dish.
- 4. Combine spaghetti sauce with wine, cinnamon and cloves and pour over uncooked meatballs.
- 5. Bake uncovered in a preheated 375 degree oven for 1 hour.
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