SOUTZOUKAKIA- MINI GREEK MEATBALLS

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This is my husband's favorite dish! Most of the recipes call for pan frying before baking but I find that the meatballs soak up the tomato sauce better and are juicer this method. Serve as an appetizer or as a main course with pasta. Delicious!!!

Provided by presvicki

Categories     Meatballs

Time 1h25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 slices Italian bread, with the crusts removed
1 cup red wine
2 lbs ground beef
1 cup onion, grated
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 teaspoon Greek oregano
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 (24 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 cup red wine
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon clove

Steps:

  • 1. Soak bread in wine for 5 min and then squeeze out excess liquid.
  • 2. Combine meat, bread, onions, garlic, parsley, eggs, cheese, oregano, cumin, salt and pepper. Set aside and chill in fridge for 1 hour.
  • 3. Pinch off 1 tbsp of meat mixture and mold it into little footballs or cigars. Place in casserole baking dish.
  • 4. Combine spaghetti sauce with wine, cinnamon and cloves and pour over uncooked meatballs.
  • 5. Bake uncovered in a preheated 375 degree oven for 1 hour.

Fiker Wolde
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I've tried making soutzoukakia a few times, but I've never been able to get it quite right. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong.


Reaobaka Lempe
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my soutzoukakia didn't turn out very well. The meatballs were dry and tough, and the sauce was too tangy. I'll have to try making it again.


Aitezaz Hassan
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I made soutzoukakia for my family last night, and they loved it! The meatballs were so tender and juicy, and the sauce was incredible. We'll definitely be making this dish again.


lou pieh
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Soutzoukakia is a dish that I've been wanting to try for a long time. I'm so glad I finally got the chance to make it. It was even better than I expected!


Monyei Godwin
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I've never had soutzoukakia before, but I'm definitely going to try it after reading your recipe. It sounds delicious!


Mr Sabbir Yt
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I'm not a huge fan of Greek food, but soutzoukakia is one dish that I really enjoy. The meatballs are so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and tangy.


Tanjina Akter
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Soutzoukakia is a delicious and affordable dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover ground beef.


Monuj Deb
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I love the way the cinnamon and cumin give soutzoukakia its unique flavor. It's a dish that's both familiar and exotic at the same time.


Hamidul Biswas
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Soutzoukakia is a great dish for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it can be served hot or cold.


snax
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I've been making soutzoukakia for years, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a simple dish to make, but it's always a crowd-pleaser.


ladies own choice
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Soutzoukakia is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. I love to make it on a cold winter night, and it always warms me up.


Philip Odion
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I'm not usually a fan of meatballs, but soutzoukakia is an exception. The meatballs are so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is incredible. I could eat this dish every day!


Josh R Williams
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Soutzoukakia is a must-try for any Greek food lover. The meatballs are juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and tangy. I highly recommend serving it with rice or potatoes.


Cabdiraxmaan Cadceed
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I tried making soutzoukakia for the first time last night, and it turned out amazing! The meatballs were perfectly cooked and the sauce was so flavorful. My family loved it, and I'll definitely be making it again.


Farhan Qamer
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Soutzoukakia is one of my favorite Greek dishes. The meatballs are so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and delicious. I love to make it for parties and potlucks, because it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Jibran khan
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I've made soutzoukakia a few times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The meatballs are so easy to make, and the sauce is incredibly flavorful. I like to serve it with rice or potatoes, and a side of Greek salad.


Stewart Mapisa
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Soutzoukakia is a delicious and flavorful Greek dish that's perfect for any occasion. The meatballs are tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and tangy. I loved the addition of the cinnamon and cumin, which gave the dish a unique and exotic flavor.