Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground meat (beef or pork): 1 pound (450 grams)
- Breadcrumbs: 1/2 cup
- Minced onion: 1/4 cup
- Fresh parsley, chopped: 2 tablespoons
- Eggs: 2
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Cooking oil for frying
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 45 minutes
- Total: 1 hour 15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix the ground meat, breadcrumbs, onion, parsley, eggs, salt, and pepper.
- Shape the mixture into small meatball shapes.
- Heat the cooking oil in a deep pan and fry the meatballs until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the meatballs from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with tomato sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approx. 400 per serving (based on 8 servings)
- Protein: 25 grams
- Fat: 28 grams
- Carbohydrates: 12 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Traditional Greek dish that is a popular street food in Greece.
- Meatballs are typically fried and served as a snack or appetizer.
- Can be customized with different flavors and served with various sauces.
User Comments:
- "These meatballs were so delicious! The flavor was spot on and they were easy to make."
- "I loved the texture of the meatballs and the breadcrumbs added a nice crunch."
- "I served these with a Greek-style yogurt sauce and they were a hit at my party!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients for best results.
- When frying the meatballs, make sure to use enough oil so they can cook evenly.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
- These meatballs can be frozen after cooking for future use. Defrost and reheat before serving.
