GREEK MEATBALLS IN AVGOLEMONO SAUCE (KEFTEDES ME AVGOLEMONO)

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Looks yummy!! This recipe is especially popular in the Agrinion area (NW Greece). It uses a version of Avgolemono soup as a sauce for the meatballs or keftedes. I am leaving the metric measures so the recipe is exactly as I found it. The site does not state how many it serves or what the time is for prep, so I am guessing here. I am also assuming that minced beef is the same as ground beef in the U.S. From realgreekrecipes.blogspot.com. Posted for ZWT6.

Provided by Scoutie

Categories     Meat

Time 1h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 kg minced beef
1 large onion, very finely chopped
1 bunch parsley, chopped
2 -3 mint leaves, finely chopped
2 slices white bread, dried, soaked in milk and well drained
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 whole egg
1 cup plain flour
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
salt & pepper
2 tablespoons flour
100 ml extra virgin olive oil
2 medium lemons, juice of
yolk from 1 large egg
1 liter water

Steps:

  • Meatballs:.
  • Apart from the flour and the vegetable oil, mix all the other ingredients together well.
  • Make medium-size balls from the mixture.
  • Roll the balls in flour and then deep fry them for approximately 15 minutes.
  • Sauce:.
  • In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat the oil, then add the flour and stir well for 3 minutes.
  • Add 1 litre water and mix well.
  • Add the meatballs and simmer for 30 minutes, until the sauce is slightly thick.
  • Beat the egg yolk thoroughly.
  • Add the lemon juice to the egg and keep beating.
  • Add 5-6 tablespoons of the sauce to the egg & lemon mixture and stir well.
  • Add this mixture to the meatballs in the sauce, shake the pan and remove from the heat.
  • Serve with a sprinkling of pepper and fresh mint on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1688, Fat 146.4, SaturatedFat 29.3, Cholesterol 222.9, Sodium 277.9, Carbohydrate 43, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 53.7

Nonzuzo Guqa
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my meatballs turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked them.


Amour Ahmed
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This is one of my favorite Greek recipes. The meatballs are always a hit with my family and friends.


Michael Geoffroy
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I'm not a big fan of Greek food, but I really enjoyed this dish. The meatballs were flavorful and the sauce was creamy and tangy.


Ssagir Abbasi
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This dish was a lot of work, but it was worth it. The meatballs were delicious and the sauce was amazing.


Sm Shuvo
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Overall, this is a good recipe for Greek meatballs. With a few tweaks, it could be even better.


Kabita Bhatta
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The avgolemono sauce was a little too lemony for me. I would use less lemon juice next time.


Norhan Ahmed
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The meatballs were a little dry for my taste. I think I would add more liquid to the sauce next time.


JR APON
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I added some chopped spinach to the meatballs and it turned out great. This is a versatile recipe that can be easily customized.


kendrah hazle
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover rice.


Regan Mexico
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Kelly Long
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The lemon and dill really brighten up the meatballs.


Justin Sunday
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The meatballs were easy to make and the sauce was delicious. I served them over rice and it was a perfect meal.


Opu Chakraborty
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These Greek meatballs were a hit at my dinner party! The avgolemono sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the meatballs were perfectly tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this dish again.