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Savory Meatballs In Lemon Sauce

Savory Meatballs In Lemon Sauce for a Quick Dinner Delight

This Savory Meatballs In Lemon Sauce recipe captures the spirit of Greek cuisine, elevating dinner to a delightful experience that can be whipped up in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 500 grams Ground Pork Can substitute with ground lamb.
  • 500 grams Lean Ground Beef Swap for ground turkey if desired.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 2 slices Crustless Bread Can use soaked breadcrumbs.
  • 1 medium Onion (minced) Yellow onion is preferable.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Roasting enhances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Optional for warmth.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano can offer more intensity.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley Substitute with fresh for vibrant taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt Essential for flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper Increase for extra kick.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour is an alternative.
  • 2 cups Stock (vegetable, beef, or chicken)
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soak the crustless bread in white wine for about 5 minutes until softened, then tear it into small pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground pork, ground beef, egg, parsley, oregano, cumin, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until incorporated.
  3. Crumble the soaked bread into the mixture, kneading lightly until combined. Rest the mixture.
  4. Shape the mixture into about 15 oval meatballs weighing approximately 65-70 grams each. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and sear the meatballs for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  2. In the same skillet, lower the heat, add butter, whisk in flour until sandy, then gradually add stock and lemon juice, whisking continuously until thickened.
  3. Add the seared meatballs back into the skillet, ensuring they are coated. Cover and let simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes.
  4. Serve hot with sides like Greek salad or roasted potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chilling the meatballs helps retain their shape during cooking. Adjust the lemon juice in the sauce to your preference for a balanced flavor.

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