SOUTZOUKAKIA (GREEK MEATBALLS IN TOMATO SAUCE)

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This was posted for the Zaar World Tour 2005. You will often fins cinnamon used in Greek meat dishes, and this is one of them. Nice with rice.

Provided by -Sylvie-

Categories     Meat

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 lbs ground beef
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 cup white bread, soaked in the wine
1 egg
1/4 cup olive oil
flour
pepper, to taste
salt, to taste
2 cups tomatoes, peeled and chopped
2 cups vegetable stock
wine (reserved from soaking the bread)
1 teaspoon butter
pepper, to taste
salt, to taste
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1/2-1 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • For the meatballs, mix the ground beef, garlic, cumin, white wine, bread (squeeze out the wine and reserve to be used in the sauce) and egg.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Shape into approximately 30 sausage shaped patties, roll in flour and fry in oil until cooked through.
  • Remove from pan, set aside on a plate covered with paper towels.
  • For the sauce, bring the tomatoes stock and butter to a boil.
  • Add the wine and the seasoning and simmer until sauce beginns to thicken.
  • When the sauce starts to thicken, add the soutzoukakias and simmer for a further ten minutes.

Malon Wanyonyi
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The meatballs are so tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I love serving it over rice or mashed potatoes.


Mohammed Salamat
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This is a classic Greek recipe that is sure to please everyone. The meatballs are flavorful and juicy, and the sauce is rich and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Tooba Zaib
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These meatballs are a great appetizer or main course. They're easy to make and always a hit with my guests. I love serving them with tzatziki sauce and pita bread.


Dayton Morgan
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I'm not a big fan of Greek food, but I really enjoyed these meatballs. They were so juicy and tender, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Md moyen Uddin
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the meatballs and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


BH•ნიკექსა BH•ნიკექსა
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The meatballs are elegant and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and creamy. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Sshamishami55 Shami
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I love this recipe! The meatballs are so easy to make and the sauce is delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Mirlinda Jakupi
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These meatballs are the best! I've tried several different recipes, but this one is by far my favorite. The meatballs are so moist and flavorful, and the sauce is perfect. I will definitely be making these again and again.


Eradicate Matrix
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The meatballs are so tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


William Marendi
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. The meatballs are easy to make and the sauce is quick to cook. I served it over spaghetti and it was a hit with the whole family.


Javedsaleem Javedsaleem
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I made these meatballs for my family and they were a big hit! The kids loved them and the adults thought they were delicious. I will definitely be making these again.


Rumisa Sarfaraz
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These meatballs were a little dry for my taste, but the sauce was excellent. I would recommend using a different meatball recipe.


SM TALHA
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I'm not usually a fan of meatballs, but these were really good. The combination of beef and lamb was perfect, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making these again.


Adnan Pathan
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This recipe is a keeper! The meatballs are so easy to make and the sauce is amazing. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.


sagina ansari
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I made this dish for my friends last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone loved the meatballs and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Muyonjo Erick
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Soutzoukakia is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a family meal. The meatballs are juicy and tender, and the tomato sauce is rich and tangy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Greek food.