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Greek Meatballs Lemon Sauce

Delicious Greek Meatballs Lemon Sauce Recipe to Try

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  • Author: Fatina
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce are the perfect combination of juicy meatballs, tangy lemon, and fresh herbs. The lemon sauce is bright and refreshing, making this dish perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of ground beef and lamb for added flavor)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, mint, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix everything together using your hands until well combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into 1 to 1 1/2-inch meatballs, making about 18-20 meatballs.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
  5. Add the meatballs to the skillet in batches and cook for about 5–7 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Remove the meatballs from the pan and set them aside on a plate.
  7. In the same skillet, add olive oil and heat over medium heat. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer.
  8. Add the fresh lemon juice and whisk to combine. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with a small amount of water to create a slurry and add it to the sauce.
  9. Stir until the sauce thickens slightly.
  10. Taste the sauce and add honey if you’d like a touch of sweetness.
  11. Let the sauce simmer for another 2-3 minutes until it’s well-combined.
  12. Carefully return the meatballs to the skillet with the lemon sauce.
  13. Spoon the sauce over the meatballs and let them simmer together for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  14. Transfer them to a serving dish.
  15. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and serve with rice, couscous, pita bread, or a simple green salad.

Notes

  • For added flavor, you can mix ground beef with ground lamb.
  • Adjust the consistency of the sauce by adding cornstarch slurry if desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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