Greek Meatballs in Tomato Wine Sauce over Rice

Name: Greek Meatballs in Tomato Wine Sauce over Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. lean ground beef; 4 slices dry white toast, crumbled; 1 md. onion, chopped fine; 1 lg. clove garlic, pressed; 1 egg, slightly beaten; 1 Tbls. sugar; 1 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. cumin; 1/2 tsp. fresh ground black pepper; 1/3 cup cold water; 1/4 cup flour, for coating meatballs; Oil; Steamed rice; rice pilaf; Tomato Wine Sauce; 6 oz. can tomato paste; 2-1/2 cup water; 3/4 cup dry red wine; 1-1/2 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. cumin

Servings: persons

2 lb. lean ground beef
4 slices dry white toast, crumbled
1 md. onion, chopped fine
1 lg. clove garlic, pressed
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 Tbls. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cumin
1/2 tsp. fresh ground black pepper
1/3 cup cold water
1/4 cup flour, for coating meatballs
Oil
Steamed rice
rice pilaf
Tomato Wine Sauce
6 oz. can tomato paste
2-1/2 cup water
3/4 cup dry red wine
1-1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cumin

1
Fill a large deep skillet with about 3/4 inch of oil and preheat to 400 degrees F. Mix together beef, onion, garlic, egg, sugar, cumin, pepper and water until well blended.
2
With hands moistened in cold water shape meat mixture into meatballs, using about one rounded tablespoonful.
3
Coat meatballs lightly with flour and brown a few at a time in hot oil.
4
Remove from oil with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain.
5
Make Tomato Wine sauce by stirring together the tomato paste, water, wine, salt and cumin in a large pot on the stove until hot and smooth.
6
Add the meatballs and cover.
7
Simmer for one hour.
8
Serve over rice.

800

kcal

Calories

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. lean ground beef, 4 slices dry white toast, crumbled, 1 md. onion, chopped fine, 1 lg. clove garlic, pressed, and more.

Yes, Greek Meatballs in Tomato Wine Sauce over Rice 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.

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Greek Meatballs in Tomato Wine Sauce over Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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