Keftedes Tiganites (Fried Greek "Meatballs")


Course : Greek
Serves: 24
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Ingredients:


1 pound lean beef or veal -- ground

1 medium onion -- grated

1 clove garlic clove -- crushed

2 slices bread -- crusts removed

1 large egg -- lightly beaten

3 tablespoons parsley -- (minced)

2 bunches mint sprigs -- chopped

1/2 teaspoon ground allspice*

1 tablespoon dry red wine

2 tablespoons water -- (more if necessary)

1 teaspoon salt and freshly ground pepper

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons oil for frying
 

Preparation / Directions:


*Note: Bread slices should be soaked in water, then squeezed dry. *Ground cinnamon or coriander may be substituted for allspice if desired. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat with the onion, garlic, bread, egg parsley, mint, spice, and wine and knead for 2 minutes. The mixture should be soft; add a few tablespoons of water if necessary. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Pinch off small pieces the size of walnuts or smaller and roll into balls between your palms, then dredge lightly in flour. Heat the oil in a frying pan to the smoking point, slip in the keftedes, and fry until crisp, turning constantly with tongs. Remove with slotted spoon and drain on absorbent paper.


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