Mint & Ouzo Flavoured Meatballs Recipe

Name: Mint & Ouzo Flavoured Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 slices of home-made style bread, trimmed of crust and torn into small pieces; 60 ml ouzo (or substitute another anise flavoured liqueur); 90 ml olive oil; 125 ml finely chopped onions; 450 g lean ground beef or 450 g use lamb; 1 egg; 1 tablespoon finely chopped mint leaves or 5 ml dried mint; 1 garlic clove; 2 ml dried oregano; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup all-purpose flour

Servings: persons

2 slices of home-made style bread, trimmed of crust and torn into small pieces
60 ml ouzo (or substitute another anise flavoured liqueur)
90 ml olive oil
125 ml finely chopped onions
450 g lean ground beef or 450 g use lamb
1 egg
1 tablespoon finely chopped mint leaves or 5 ml dried mint
1 garlic clove
2 ml dried oregano
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour

1
Soak the bread in the ouzo for at least 5 minutes.
2
Heat half the oil in a skillet over moderate heat, add the onions and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are soft but not brown.
3
Remove the onions with a slotted spoon, placing them in a large mixing bowl.
4
Squeeze the bread dry (discard the ouzo) and add the bread to the onions.
5
Add the ground beef, egg, mint, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper and knead vigorously with your hands, then beat with a wooden spoon until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
6
Shape the beef mixture into balls about the size of walnuts (you may find wetting your hands with water helps prevent sticking) and then rolls the meatballs in the flour to coat evenly.
7
Place the meatballs on a cookie sheet and refrigerate for one hour at least.
8
Add the remaining olive oil to a large skillet and brown the meatballs, 7 or 8 at a time over high heat, cooking 8 to 10 minutes and shaking the pan from time to time.
9
Keep them warm in a 200 degree F (100c) oven while you finish cooking the rest.

681

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 slices of home-made style bread, trimmed of crust and torn into small pieces, 60 ml ouzo (or substitute another anise flavoured liqueur), 90 ml olive oil, 125 ml finely chopped onions, and more.

Yes, Mint & Ouzo Flavoured Meatballs 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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Mint & Ouzo Flavoured Meatballs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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