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Soutzoukakia
Spiced oblong meatballs in a rich cumin-scented tomato sauce. A Smyrna-born Greek favorite — aromatic, saucy, and deeply comforting.
Prep 20 min
Cook 30 min
Total 50 min
Serves 6
Dinner·Greek·Medium
Ingredients
Step 1 — Meatballs
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 1 onion (grated)
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp dried mint
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper
Step 2 — Sauce
- 2 cups crushed tomatoes
- ½ cup red wine
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 cinnamon stick
- Olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Shape and brown
Mix meatball ingredients. Form into oval shapes. Brown in oil.
- 2
Simmer in sauce
Add tomatoes, wine, cumin, and cinnamon. Simmer 25 minutes.
- 3
Serve
Serve with rice or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition per serving: 420 cal · 32g protein · 12g carbs · 28g fat · 2g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
