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Greek meatballs (keftedes)

Dimitra's Dishes · ♥ 520 likes · 14.8K views · 1 min video

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  • 1 whole onion
Chop the onion with garlic in a food processor until finely chopped; add to a big bowl with the ground beef.
Onion, garlic and herbs in the food processor
  • garlic
  • ground beef
  • fresh mint
  • parsley
Process mint leaves and parsley (thin stems included) until fine and add to the bowl.
  • panko breadcrumbs
  • shredded parmesan cheese
  • whole milk
  • eggs
Add panko, shredded parmesan and whole milk; beat the eggs at the side of the bowl; add salt, black pepper and crushed red pepper flakes.
Mix well so the flavors are evenly distributed.
  • salt
  • freshly cracked black pepper
  • crushed red pepper flakes
Line baking trays with parchment paper and roll the mixture into golf-ball-sized balls.
  • olive oil
Heat olive oil in a frying pan to about 350F and fry the meatballs 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden.
  • tzatziki sauce
Drain on a plate lined with paper towels; serve with tzatziki sauce for dipping.