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Greek Meatballs

Delicious and flavor-packed Greek meatballs, crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, perfect for family gatherings or as a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground lamb or beef Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs Essential for the right texture.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 each egg, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For frying the meatballs.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb or beef with bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and the beaten egg. Use your hands to mix until everything is well combined, but don’t overmix.
  2. Wet your hands and shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the meatballs to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip using tongs and brown the other side for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Check that the internal temperature reaches at least 160°F for beef or lamb.
  4. Transfer the meatballs to a serving platter and enjoy warm.

Notes

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes.