How to Make Greek Lamb Meatballs in Lemon Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Greek cuisine is known for its bold flavors and simple, fresh ingredients, and these Greek lamb meatballs in lemon sauce are no exception. This traditional dish is a family favorite in Greece and is sure to become a staple in your own kitchen once you try it. The combination of juicy lamb meatballs and tangy lemon sauce is a match made in heaven, and it's a dish that is perfect for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • ⅓ cup dry bread crumbs
  • ⅓ cup snipped fresh mint
  • ⅓ cup snipped fresh parsley
  • ¼ cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 dash ground black pepper
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Beat milk and egg together in a large bowl. Stir in bread crumbs, mint, parsley, onion, dill, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add ground lamb; mix well. Shape into 1-inch meatballs.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs; cook until browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Reduce heat and cover; cook until meatballs are no longer pink in the center, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan. Blend in flour, salt, and pepper. Add milk; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly, about 5 minutes. Simmer for 2 minutes more. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
  • Drain meatballs and transfer them to a serving dish. Spoon the lemon sauce on top.
  • Nutrition

    453 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 144mg
    • Sodium: 767mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 160mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 508mg