Greek Meatballs

These are tender, tasty and juicy meatballs. I serve them with a greek salad, tzatziki and greek pita bread. I will double the recipe and freeze a bag for a future meal. 

Ingredients
MEATBALLS:


1 red onion, grated
500g / 1 lb beef mince (ground beef)
200g / 6.5oz pork mince (ground pork)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup / 60g panko breadcrumbs (or use normal)
1 egg
1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3/4 tsp salt
Black pepper

COOKING / SERVING:

1/2 cup flour
3 tbsp olive oil
Finely chopped parsley
Tzatziki 

Instructions


Grate the onion straight into a large bowl, then add remaining Meatball ingredients. Use your hands to combine.


Measure out heaped tablespoons and dollop onto a work surface - should make around 32 - 35. Then roll into balls.


Heat most of the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Use enough oil to cover the surface of the skillet.


Cook in 2 to 3 batches: Dredge meatballs lightly in flour, shaking off excess, then place in the skillet. Roll them around and cook for 5 - 6 minutes, until nicely browned all over. Remove onto plate, cover to keep warm and repeat with remaining meatballs.





Serve as a starter as part of a mezze platter with pita bread and tzatziki, or make dinner plates by adding a salad like a Greek Salad!
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