Greek Meatballs In Avgolemono Sauce (Keftedes Me Av

Name: Greek Meatballs In Avgolemono Sauce (Keftedes Me Avgolemono)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the meatballs; 1 kg minced beef; 1 large onion, very finely chopped; 1 bunch parsley, chopped; 2 -3 mint leaves, finely chopped; 2 slices white bread, dried, soaked in milk and well drained; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 whole egg; 1 cup plain flour; 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil (for frying); salt & pepper; For the sauce; 2 tablespoons flour; 100 ml extra virgin olive oil; 2 medium lemons, juice of; yolk from 1 large egg; 1 liter water

Servings: persons

For the meatballs
1 kg minced beef
1 large onion, very finely chopped
1 bunch parsley, chopped
2 -3 mint leaves, finely chopped
2 slices white bread, dried, soaked in milk and well drained
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 whole egg
1 cup plain flour
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
salt & pepper
For the sauce
2 tablespoons flour
100 ml extra virgin olive oil
2 medium lemons, juice of
yolk from 1 large egg
1 liter water

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Meatballs:
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Apart from the flour and the vegetable oil, mix all the other ingredients together well.
3
Make medium-size balls from the mixture.
4
Roll the balls in flour and then deep fry them for approximately 15 minutes.
5
Sauce:
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In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat the oil, then add the flour and stir well for 3 minutes.
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Add 1 litre water and mix well.
8
Add the meatballs and simmer for 30 minutes, until the sauce is slightly thick.
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Beat the egg yolk thoroughly.
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Add the lemon juice to the egg and keep beating.
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Add 5-6 tablespoons of the sauce to the egg & lemon mixture and stir well.
12
Add this mixture to the meatballs in the sauce, shake the pan and remove from the heat.
13
Serve with a sprinkling of pepper and fresh mint on top.

1887

kcal

Calories

165

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the meatballs, 1 kg minced beef, 1 large onion, very finely chopped, 1 bunch parsley, chopped, and more.

Yes, Greek Meatballs In Avgolemono Sauce (Keftedes Me Avgolemono) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Greek Meatballs In Avgolemono Sauce (Keftedes Me Avgolemono)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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