Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium red onion, grated
- 1 pound ground beef (or lamb)
- 6.5 oz ground pork (or more beef if preferred)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs)
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 6 large mint leaves, finely chopped (spearmint for authenticity)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- Fresh black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons olive oil for frying
- Finely chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
- Tzatziki or Greek yogurt for serving
Instructions
- Grate the onion into a bowl to allow the juices to mix.
- Combine ground beef, ground pork, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, mint, oregano, olive oil, salt, and pepper and mix well.
- Roll the mixture into 32-35 meatballs.
- For frying, dredge each meatball in flour and cook in olive oil until browned.
- For baking, place on a tray and bake at 350°F for about 20 minutes.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
Chill the mixture for an hour for improved texture.
Substitute lamb for a traditional taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Fry or Bake
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 140
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 30