Name: Keftedes In Lemon Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 200 grams (7 ounces) ground beef; 400 grams (14 ounces) lean ground beef; 1 large egg; 100 grams (3.5 ounces) crustless bread; 125 ml (½ cup) white grape juice; 100 grams (½ cup) onion (minced); 4 garlic cloves (minced); ½ teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon dried oregano (+ extra to serve with); 2 teaspoon dried parsley (or fresh minced); 1 teaspoon fine sea salt (+ extra for the sauce); ½ teaspoon ground pepper (+ extra for the sauce); 4 tablespoons butter; 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups (500 ml) hot water or stock (vegetable, beef, or chicken stock); 8-10 tablespoons lemon juice

Keftedes In Lemon Sauce

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If you’re in need of a cozy, satisfying meal, Keftedes In Lemon Sauce is the perfect dish to elevate your dining experience. These succulent Greek meatballs are bursting with flavor and simmered in a refreshing lemon sauce that brings brightness to each bite. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also allows for delightful variations based on your preferences. With tender meatballs made from ground beef and a zesty sauce that pairs beautifully with rice or crusty bread, this dish is sure to become a cherished favorite in your kitchen.

Author: Daleyza
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

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200 grams (7 ounces) ground beef
400 grams (14 ounces) lean ground beef
1 large egg
100 grams (3.5 ounces) crustless bread
125 ml (½ cup) white grape juice
100 grams (½ cup) onion (minced)
4 garlic cloves (minced)
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano (+ extra to serve with)
2 teaspoon dried parsley (or fresh minced)
1 teaspoon fine sea salt (+ extra for the sauce)
½ teaspoon ground pepper (+ extra for the sauce)
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups (500 ml) hot water or stock (vegetable, beef, or chicken stock)
8–10 tablespoons lemon juice

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, minced onion, garlic, egg, crustless bread soaked in white grape juice, cumin, oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
Shape the mixture into small meatballs about the size of golf balls.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs until golden.
For the sauce, melt butter in another pan and whisk in flour to create a roux. Gradually add hot water or stock and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
Add browned meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 150g)
Calories: 370
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 120mg

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