How to Make Keftedes - Greek Meatballs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Keftedes are a traditional Greek dish that can be found in homes and tavernas throughout the country. These delicious meatballs are made with a combination of ground meat, herbs, and spices, and are typically served as a main course or as part of a mezze platter.

The key to making perfect keftedes is to use a good quality ground meat, such as lamb or beef, and to season it well with a variety of herbs and spices. These little meatballs are packed full of flavor and are sure to be a hi...

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Ingredients

  • oil for frying
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 5 white potatoes, peeled
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 large onion, grated
  • ¾ cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • ⅓ cup dried mint, crushed
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • zest from 1 lemon
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 ½ tablespoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • lemon wedges

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Place the lemon juice in a large bowl. Coarsely grate the potatoes into the lemon juice, stirring well to prevent browning. Stir in the ground beef, onion, bread crumbs, parsley, mint, cinnamon, lemon zest, eggs, and salt and pepper. Mix well, and shape into oblong balls about 1 inch thick and 2 inches wide.
  • Place meatballs in hot oil in batches; do not crowd. Fry until golden brown, and cooked through, about 6 to 7 minutes per batch. Serve with lemon wedges.
  • Nutrition

    627 cal.

    • Total Fat: 35g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 154mg
    • Sodium: 1977mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 85mg
    • Calcium: 132mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 1275mg