My Big Fat Greek Meatballs

Transport your taste buds straight to the Mediterranean with "My Big Fat Greek Meatballs," a hearty and flavor-packed dish featuring a succulent blend of ground beef and lamb. Infused with aromatic herbs like fresh parsley and mint, a hint of lemon zest, and warm spices such as cumin, coriander, and oregano, these golden-brown meatballs are lightly dusted with flour and pan-fried to perfection. Perfectly tender with a crisp outer crust, they pair beautifully with creamy tzatziki sauce, fluffy pita bread, or a refreshing Greek salad. Quick to prepare and bursting with authentic Greek flavors, this recipe is ideal for a crowd-pleasing dinner or an elevated appetizer at your next gathering. Let these indulgent meatballs bring the spirit of Greece to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 500 grams ground lamb
• 1 large yellow onion, finely grated
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 100 grams breadcrumbs
• 30 grams fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 15 grams fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
• 1 large egg
• 1 lemon zest of a lemon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 50 grams all-purpose flour
• 4 tablespoons olive oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground lamb, grated onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, parsley, mint, egg, lemon zest, olive oil, cumin, coriander, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Mix the ingredients thoroughly using clean hands until well combined. Be careful not to overmix to avoid dense meatballs.

Step 3

Using your hands, shape the mixture into golf-ball-sized meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a tray or plate as you go.

Step 4

Lightly dust each meatball with flour to help them retain their shape and develop a nice crust while cooking.

Step 5

In a large frying pan, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 6

Working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, fry the meatballs for 7-8 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure they brown evenly on all sides.

Step 7

Once cooked through and golden brown, transfer the meatballs to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat the frying process with remaining meatballs, adding more oil to the pan if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot with tzatziki sauce, pita bread, or a side of Greek salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1616.2 grams (1616.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4075

Total Fat 283.40g	363%
Saturated Fat 91.40g	457%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.60g
Cholesterol 1031mg	344%
Sodium 7565mg	329%
Total Carbohydrate 153.50g	56%
Dietary Fiber 15.00g	54%
Total Sugars 19.80g
Protein 239.50g	479%

Vitamin D 74IU	369%
Calcium 493mg	38%
Iron 31mg	173%
Potassium 3890mg	83%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.9%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 14.9%