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Keftedes (Greek Meatballs)

Herbed Greek meatballs with mint, oregano, and a hint of cinnamon. Crispy outside, tender inside — perfect as meze or in pita.

Prep 20 min

Cook 15 min

Total 35 min

Serves 6

Appetizer·Greek·Easy

Ingredients

Step 1 — Meatballs

1 lb ground beef
½ lb ground lamb
1 onion (grated)
2 garlic cloves
¼ cup parsley and mint
1 egg
½ cup breadcrumbs
1 tsp oregano
½ tsp cumin
Salt and pepper
Olive oil (for frying)

Instructions

1
Mix and shape
Combine all ingredients except oil. Roll into small balls.
2
Fry
Pan-fry in olive oil until deeply golden on all sides.
3
Serve
Serve with tzatziki, lemon wedges, and pita.

Nutrition per serving: 340 cal · 24g protein · 12g carbs · 24g fat · 1g fiber

For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.

AppetizerGreekEasy

35-Minute Keftedes (Greek Meatballs)

Name: Keftedes (Greek Meatballs)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; ½ lb ground lamb; 1 onion (grated); 2 garlic cloves; ¼ cup parsley and mint; 1 egg; ½ cup breadcrumbs; 1 tsp oregano; ½ tsp cumin; Salt and pepper; Olive oil (for frying)

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Herbed Greek meatballs with mint, oregano, and a hint of cinnamon. Crispy outside, tender inside — perfect as meze or in pita.

4.0 (9 ratings)

Servings

Why You'll Love It

Family friendly
Feeds a crowd
High in protein

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Total

35 min

Serves

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