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Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce Delights

Indulge in Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce, a comforting dish that's easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Refrigeration Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 medium Onion (finely grated) Adds flavor and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Arborio Rice (uncooked) Rinse before use to remove excess starch.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped) Can substitute with fresh mint.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill (chopped)
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
For the Lemon Sauce
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use any neutral oil.
  • 2 large Eggs (for sauce) Important to temper with hot broth.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is recommended.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Wide Pot
  • Whisk
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, finely grated onion, uncooked Arborio rice, chopped parsley, dill, egg, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix until just combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
  3. In a large pot, pour in the chicken broth and olive oil. Heat over medium until simmering. Carefully add the meatballs in a single layer and simmer for about 30 minutes.
  4. While meatballs simmer, whisk together the eggs and lemon juice in a bowl. Temper the eggs by gradually adding hot broth while whisking.
  5. Return the tempered egg mixture to the pot with meatballs and stir gently, continuing to simmer on low heat.
  6. Once the sauce has thickened slightly, remove from heat and serve warm, garnished with additional chopped dill or lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze meatballs (without sauce) for up to 3 months.

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