Meet Your New Favourite Greek Meatballs

Forget basic meatballs - these Greek-style legends are crispy, juicy and seriously good! Perfect with pita, salad & tzatziki, or just a fork and no shame!

Ingredients

Meatballs

• 1 Red Onion, grated
• 700g beef mince
• 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
• 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup fresh Parsley, finely chopped
• 6 large Mint Leaves, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3/4 tsp salt
• Freshly ground Black Pepper

Meatballs

• 1/2 cup plain flour, for dusting
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• Finely chopped Parsley, to garnish
• Tzatziki, to serve

Instructions

Make the Meatballs

1. Grate the onion directly into a large mixing bowl.
2. Add all remaining ingredients and mix with your hands for 1-2 minutes until well combined and smooth.
3. Optional: Refrigerate for 1 hour to firm up the mixture and help the meatballs hold their shape when cooking.

Roll the Meatballs

1. Scoop out heaped tablespoons of mixture.
2. Roll into balls and set aside on a tray or plate.

Cook the Meatballs

1. Heat most of the olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
2. Lightly dust meatballs in flour, shaking off excess.
3. cook in batches for 5-6 minutes, rolling to brown evenly on all sides.
4. Transfer to plate and keep warm while cooking the remaining batches.

To Serve

Serve warm with Tzatziki, warm pita, and a crisp Greek salad.