Greek Keftethes Covered In Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Greek Keftethes Covered In Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground lamb; 1 lb extra lean ground beef; 1 Spanish onion, finely chopped, divided; 4 ounces oatmeal, uncooked plain; 2 large eggs, beaten; 8 mint leaves, finely chopped; 8 sprigs parsley, finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, divided; 1 3/4 lbs tomatoes, canned peeled coarsely chopped; 6 teaspoons garlic cloves, finely chopped; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon paprika, ground

Servings: persons

1 lb ground lamb
1 lb extra lean ground beef
1 Spanish onion, finely chopped, divided
4 ounces oatmeal, uncooked plain
2 large eggs, beaten
8 mint leaves, finely chopped
8 sprigs parsley, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, divided
1 3/4 lbs tomatoes, canned peeled coarsely chopped
6 teaspoons garlic cloves, finely chopped
4 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon paprika, ground

1
Place Tomatoes, 1/2 Spanish Onion, 2 tbsp Parsley, Garlic Cloves, Olive Oil, 1/4 tsp Paprika, and 1/4 tsp Cayenne in a large saucepan.
2
Add 10 oz water and simmer gently, uncovered, for 1 hour.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground meat , 1/2 of a finely chopped Spanish Onion, Oatmeal, Eggs, Mint leaves, Parsley, 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper, Ginger, Cinnamon, and Oregano.
4
Season to taste with salt.
5
Mix well.
6
Form the mixture into 12 oblong patties.
7
Heat olive oil in a large frying-pan, add a batch of patties and fry until golden.
8
Drain on paper towels.
9
Continue frying the patties until all are cooked.
10
Place patties on an oven safe pan, pour the tomato sauce over the patties.
11
Place in the over at 375F for 3-5 minutes.
12
Plate and serve.

890

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* 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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground lamb, 1 lb extra lean ground beef, 1 Spanish onion, finely chopped, divided, 4 ounces oatmeal, uncooked plain, and more.

Yes, Greek Keftethes Covered In Tomato Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Greek Keftethes Covered In Tomato Sauce

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