KEFTEDAKIA (GREEK MINT AND OUZO FLAVORED MEATBALLS)
Make and share this Keftedakia (Greek Mint and Ouzo Flavored Meatballs) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mimi Bobeck
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 30 Meatballs, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Soak the bread in the ouzo for at least 5 minutes.
- Heat half the olive oil in a skillet over moderate heat, add the onions, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are soft but not brown.
- Remove the onions with a slotted spoon, placing them in a large mixing bowl.
- Squeeze the bread dry (discard the ouzo) and add the bread to the onions.
- 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.
- Shape the beef mixture into balls about the size of walnuts (you may find that wetting your hands with water helps prevent sticking) and then roll the meatballs in the flour to coat evenly.
- Place the meatballs on a cookie sheet and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- 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.
- As each batch is done, remove them with a slotted spoon and place on an ovenproof serving platter.
- Keep them warm in a 200°F (100°C) oven while you finish cooking the rest.
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Aivis Dornis
[email protected]I love these meatballs! They're so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family.
Ali Shet
[email protected]These meatballs were delicious! I made them for my Greek night party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them.
gebreyes gebeyehu
[email protected]These meatballs were a bit too oily for my taste, but they were still very flavorful. I think I would try baking them instead of frying them next time.
md rezuan
[email protected]I've never had keftedakia before, but these were amazing! The flavors were so well balanced and the meatballs were so moist and tender.
Mahid Raj
[email protected]These meatballs were delicious! I made them for my family and they loved them. They're so easy to make and they're perfect for a weeknight meal.
Rohit Bk
[email protected]These meatballs were a little too minty for my taste, but my husband loved them. I think I'll try using less mint next time.
Sunita Shrees
[email protected]I wasn't sure about the ouzo in the meatballs, but I'm so glad I tried it. It adds a really unique flavor.
Ganat Ashraf
[email protected]These meatballs were so easy to make and they turned out perfectly. I served them with spaghetti and meatballs and they were a hit with my family.
Ayna Gayypowa
[email protected]I love these meatballs! They're so flavorful and juicy. I always make a double batch so I can have leftovers.
Shavaughne Laidley
[email protected]These meatballs were amazing! I made them for my Greek night party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them.
Ma tsaw Kasha
[email protected]These meatballs were a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I think I would add more moisture next time, maybe by using ground chicken or turkey instead of beef.
Jamil Jibrin
[email protected]I've made these meatballs several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious.
sajib sajib
[email protected]These meatballs were so good! I love the combination of mint and ouzo. I served them with rice and a side of vegetables.
ladlaa gujjar
[email protected]Easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.
Queen Chic Maprinco
[email protected]Delicious! I made these for a party and they were a hit. Everyone loved them.
Dan Quartullo
[email protected]These meatballs were a bit too oily for my taste, but the flavor was still good. I think I would try baking them instead of frying them next time.
Romania Acc
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the meatballs came out perfectly. They were so moist and flavorful. I especially loved the hint of ouzo. I will definitely be making these again!
Gul Zar
[email protected]These keftedakia were absolutely delicious! The combination of mint, ouzo, and spices was perfect. I served them with tzatziki sauce and a side of roasted potatoes, and they were a huge hit with my family. Will definitely be making these again soon!