A delightful and flavorful recipe for Greek meatballs infused with zesty lemon and fragrant herbs, perfect for family dinners.
Author:ameliasweet7643
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Greek
Diet:Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb ground beef or lamb
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Form the Meatballs: Scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Brown the Meatballs: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs, cooking until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
Create the Lemon Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix together chicken broth, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Pour this mixture over the browned meatballs in the skillet.
Simmer to Perfection: Bring the skillet to a gentle simmer and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve the meatballs hot, either with a fresh salad or atop a bed of warm rice.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding mint to the meat mixture or pairing with tzatziki sauce.