Keftedes Meatballs
3 servings
50 minutes
Keftedes are traditional Greek meatballs, embodying Mediterranean cuisine with its rich aromas and fresh herbs. Historically, this dish was created as a simple and nutritious meal for Greek families, and today it is served in taverns across Greece. Tender ground beef mixed with onion and aromatic herbs gains a special flavor from fresh mint and basil that add lightness and freshness. Fried to a golden crust in fragrant olive oil, keftedes become appetizing and juicy. They are served hot, often with lemon juice, yogurt sauce or traditional sides like potatoes or crispy Greek bread. This dish is perfect for both a cozy home lunch and a lively gathering with friends.
1
Peel the onion, chop it very finely, and mix it with the minced meat. Add mint, basil, and an egg, season with salt and pepper, and mix well.
- Onion: 1 head
- Ground beef: 600 g
- Fresh mint: 1 tablespoon
- Green basil: 1 tablespoon
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
2
Make small balls (2-3 cm in diameter) from the minced meat and coat them evenly in flour.
- Wheat flour: 0.5 glass
3
Heat olive oil well in a pan, fry the meatballs on all sides until cooked (about 10 minutes)
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
4
Serve the prepared dish to the table immediately.