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Greek Meatballs

Juicy Greek Meatballs beautifully flavoured with red onion, fresh parsley, a touch of mint and hint of dried oregano. Serve with pita bread and tzatiki!
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes
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Ingredients
  

Meatballs

  • 1 medium red onion, grated
  • 500 g beef mince (ground beef) or lamb!
  • 200 g pork mince (ground pork) or more beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 60 g panko breadcrumbs or use normal
  • 1 egg
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 6 leaves mint leaves, finely chopped spearmint if you can, it's authentic
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • Black pepper to taste

For Cooking

  • 0.5 cup flour (any white)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil

Garnish (Optional)

  • Finely chopped parsley

For Serving

  • Tzatziki or Greek yoghurt

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Grate the onion straight into a large bowl, then add remaining Meatball ingredients. Use your hands to mix well for a few minutes until the mixture is quite smooth and very well combined.
  • Optional: Refrigerate for 1 hour - makes them easier to roll + retains round shape when cooking.
  • Measure out heaped tablespoons and dollop onto a work surface - should make around 32 - 35. Then roll into balls.
  • Heat most of the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat (medium if you have a strong gas stove). Use enough oil to cover the surface of the skillet.
  • Cook in 2 to 3 batches: Dredge meatballs lightly in flour, shaking off excess, then place in the skillet. Roll them around and cook for 5 - 6 minutes, until nicely browned all over. Remove onto plate, cover to keep warm and repeat with remaining meatballs.
  • BAKING: Alternatively, spray generously with oil (preferably olive oil) then bake at 180C/350F for 20 minutes or until browned. The pan frying method is the traditional way and the meatballs are slightly juicier.
  • Serve as a starter as part of a mezze platter with pita bread and tzatziki, or make dinner plates by adding a salad like a Greek Salad!

Notes

These meatballs are versatile and can be served as an appetizer or as part of a main meal.