SOUTZOUKAKIA (GREEK MEATBALLS IN A TOMATO SAUCE)
Lovely, delicately seasoned meatballs in a tomato sauce done in the style of the Greeks from Smyrna. This is a warming, hearty dish, great year round, but especially in winter.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Soak the bread in the wine for about 5 minutes, or until thoroughly softened.
- Then, squeeze out and reserve the excess wine.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground meat with the wine soaked bread, onion, garlic, egg, parsley, grated cheese, cumin, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix the ingredients until thoroughly blended.
- Cover and chill for 1 to 2 hours.
- Dampen your hands, pinch off small portions of meat mixture, about the quantity of a teaspoon or just over, and shape into approximately 20 oval rolls (looks sort of like an elongated, slightly flattened, meatball).
- Dredge them in flour.
- Heat olive oil in a large frying pan.
- Add the meatballs and fry until browned all over, turning occasionally and allowing time for the meat to cook thoroughly. (alternatively, if you want a 'lighter' recipe, you could just brown in a non-stick pan or bake them in the oven - not as flavourful, but still good).
- Remove from the pan using a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Strain the oil you fried the meatballs in through a fine sieve into a cooking pan.
- Add all the sauce ingredients, and the reserved wine.
- Bring to a boil and simmer until the sauce is thick.
- Drop in the meatballs, stir to cover all over with the sauce, and simmer covered for 15 minutes.
- Serve hot with rice, french fries, or mashed potatoes.
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Peter Joy
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.
Mostakim Ahmed Hridoy
[email protected]I served this dish with rice, but I think it would also be good with pasta or mashed potatoes.
Dickson Kum
[email protected]I love the addition of cinnamon and allspice to the sauce. It gives the dish a unique and delicious flavor.
Stacy Tomplait
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover beef and pork. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Sa'eed khabeer Adam
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times, and it's always been a hit. The meatballs are so tender and juicy, and the sauce is perfectly seasoned.
Linta Attiq
[email protected]Soutzoukakia is a classic Greek dish, and this recipe is a great way to make it at home. The meatballs are flavorful and juicy, and the sauce is rich and tangy.
saidur rana
[email protected]I'm always looking for new Greek recipes to try, and this one is definitely a winner. I'll be making it again soon.
here store
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.
VjFyam Fyamcool
[email protected]I served this dish with rice, but I think it would also be good with mashed potatoes or pasta.
MD.tanzimul Tonmoy
[email protected]The addition of cinnamon and allspice to the sauce is a nice touch. It gives the dish a unique and delicious flavor.
Aaliyah Santos Ramales
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses a combination of beef and pork. It gives the meatballs a really nice flavor and texture.
Cloe Hugo
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always been a success. The meatballs are so moist and juicy, and the sauce is so flavorful.
Ayodeji Anako
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about the meatballs and the sauce. I'll definitely be making this again.
Mathieu Norry
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems. The meatballs were delicious and the sauce was perfect.
TCS Pahrainwali
[email protected]Soutzoukakia is one of my favorite Greek dishes, and this recipe didn't disappoint. The meatballs were perfectly cooked and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.
Ryan Choquette
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of meatballs, but these were absolutely delicious. The beef and pork combination made them so juicy and tender, and the sauce was perfectly tangy and flavorful.
Kahlan Staoro
[email protected]This dish was a delight! The meatballs were incredibly moist and flavorful, and the tomato sauce was perfectly seasoned. I especially enjoyed the addition of cinnamon and allspice, which gave the dish a unique and delicious flavor.
Nkem Peace
[email protected]I've been making this recipe for years, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The meatballs are so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
Douglas Colburn
[email protected]The soutzoukakia turned out amazing! The meatballs were juicy and flavorful, and the tomato sauce was rich and tangy. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family.