Giouvarlakia (Greek Meatball Soup) Recipe

Name: Giouvarlakia (Greek Meatball Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Onions; 1 clove Garliic; 1 bunch Parsley; 1 teaspoon Dried Mint; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 kilogram Minced Beef; 1 Egg; 1/2 cups Rice; 3 teaspoons Salt, Divided; 2 liters Boiled Water; 2 Tablespoons Butterr; Pepper; FOR THE EGG LEMON SAUCE:; 3 Lemons, Juiced; 4 teaspoons To 6 Teaspoons Corn Flour, As Needed (optional); 3 Eggs

Servings: persons

2 Onions
1 clove Garliic
1 bunch Parsley
1 teaspoon Dried Mint
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 kilogram Minced Beef
1 Egg
1/2 cups Rice
3 teaspoons Salt, Divided
2 liters Boiled Water
2 Tablespoons Butterr
Pepper
FOR THE EGG LEMON SAUCE:
3 Lemons, Juiced
4 teaspoons To 6 Teaspoons Corn Flour, As Needed (optional)
3 Eggs

1
Blend onion, garlic, mint and parsley with olive oil and add to a bowl. Continue by adding beef, egg, rice, 2 teaspoons salt and pepper. Mix very well with your hands. Wrap the bowl in plastic and place it in the fridge for 30 minutes or overnight.
2
Unwrap and shape little meatballs. Set aside.
3
In a pot, add boiled water and butter. When butter dissolves, add remaining 1 teaspoon salt and pepper. Gradually add the meatballs. Simmer until rice is fully cooked, usually 30-40 minutes. If needed, feel free to add more water. For a nice thick sauce, when giouvarlakia are cooking, the water in the pot must not completely cover them.
4
Make the egg-lemon sauce. Add to the meatballs. Season to taste. Serve hot!
5
For the egg lemon sauce:
6
Start making the sauce when you move your pot or saucepan off heat to cool down a bit.
7
In a glass of water, add the lemon and corn flour; mix enough. If making soup, add 6 teaspoons corn flour; if not, add 4 teaspoons.
8
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until little bubbles form on the surface. Add water and whisk a bit more. Add lemon juice and mix.

5457

kcal

Calories

566

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Onions, 1 clove Garliic, 1 bunch Parsley, 1 teaspoon Dried Mint, and more.

Yes, Giouvarlakia (Greek Meatball Soup) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Giouvarlakia (Greek Meatball Soup)

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