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Meatballs In Lemon Sauce

Delicious Meatballs In Lemon Sauce for a Quick Family Feast

A delightful twist on traditional meatballs with a creamy lemon sauce - perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 200 grams Ground Pork Can be replaced with lean ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 400 grams Lean Ground Beef Mix with lamb for varied flavor.
  • 1 Large Egg A flaxseed egg is a suitable vegan alternative.
  • 100 grams Crustless Bread Use gluten-free bread for a gluten-free dish.
  • 125 ml White Wine Chicken stock or milk works if avoiding alcohol.
  • 100 grams Onion, minced Can be swapped with shallots for a milder taste.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Adjust quantity based on your taste preference.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cumin Feel free to omit if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano can replace dried for a fresher taste.
  • 2 teaspoons Dried Parsley Can be omitted if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt Adjust to taste as necessary.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Pepper Use freshly ground for the best flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Oil can replace for a dairy-free version.
  • 4 tablespoons All-purpose Flour Cornstarch is a great gluten-free alternative.
  • 2 cups Hot Water or Stock Use vegetable, chicken, or beef stock.
  • 8-10 tablespoons Lemon Juice Adjust to taste, starting with a lower amount.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • sauté pan
  • tray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by soaking the crustless bread in white wine for about 2-3 minutes until it softens. Tear into small pieces.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, lean ground beef, egg, minced parsley, oregano, cumin, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper with the soaked bread.
  3. Shape the mixture into approximately 15 oval-shaped meatballs, each weighing about 65-70 grams. Refrigerate for about 1 hour.
  4. In a large skillet, heat a couple of tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and sear for about 4 minutes on each side.
  5. In a separate sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat, then whisk in the flour until sandy and lightly golden. Slowly add hot water or stock and lemon juice.
  6. Transfer the seared meatballs into the prepared sauce, cover, and let them simmer for approximately 20 minutes, turning halfway.
  7. Serve the warm meatballs in lemon sauce directly from the skillet. Garnish with pepper and oregano.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

These Keftedes can be served with roasted potatoes or rice for a complete meal.

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