Keftehes (Fried Minced Balls with Herbs) Recipe

Name: Keftehes (Fried Minced Balls with Herbs)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium slices of white or brown bread, soaked in water for 10 minutes; 1/2 pound minced beef; 1/2 pound minced lean lamb; 1 medium onion, grated; 1 egg; Juice of one lemon; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup olive oil

Servings: persons

2 medium slices of white or brown bread, soaked in water for 10 minutes
1/2 pound minced beef
1/2 pound minced lean lamb
1 medium onion, grated
1 egg
Juice of one lemon
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup olive oil

1
Preheat the fryer.
2
Squeeze out the bread, discarding the liquid.
3
In a mixing bowl, combine the bread, beef, lamb, onions, egg, lemon juice, and herbs.
4
Mix well.
5
Season with salt and pepper.
6
Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
7
Using your hands, roll the mixture into balls, about the size of a quarter.
8
Place the flour in a shallow pan and season with salt and pepper.
9
Roll the balls in the seasoned flour, coating completely.
10
Fry the balls, in batches, until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly for overall browning.
11
Remove and drain on paper towels.
12
Season with salt and pepper.
13
Serve warm.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium slices of white or brown bread, soaked in water for 10 minutes, 1/2 pound minced beef, 1/2 pound minced lean lamb, 1 medium onion, grated, and more.

Yes, Keftehes (Fried Minced Balls with Herbs) 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.

Keftehes (Fried Minced Balls with Herbs)

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