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Keftedes In Lemon Sauce

Keftedes In Lemon Sauce
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Keftedes In Lemon Sauce are a delightful twist on traditional Greek meatballs, offering a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. Tender and juicy ground beef is mixed with aromatic herbs and spices, then simmered in a zesty lemon sauce that adds a refreshing brightness to each bite. Whether you’re cooking for a busy weeknight or entertaining family and friends, these keftedes are sure to impress.

Ingredients

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  • 200 grams (7 ounces) ground beef
  • 400 grams (14 ounces) lean ground beef
  • 1 large egg
  • 100 grams (3.5 ounces) crustless bread
  • 125 ml (½ cup) white grape juice
  • 100 grams (½ cup) onion (minced)
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced)
  • olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (+ extra to serve with)
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley (or fresh minced)
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt (+ extra for the sauce)
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper (+ extra for the sauce)
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (500 ml) hot water or stock (vegetable, beef, or chicken stock)
  • 8–10 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together both types of ground beef, egg, crustless bread, white grape juice, minced onion, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually add hot water or stock while stirring until thickened. Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Return meatballs to the skillet and let them simmer in the sauce for about 10 minutes before serving.

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