Description
Delight in these tender Greek meatballs, simmered in a tangy lemon sauce, perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely grated
- 1/4 cup arborio rice, uncooked
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 egg
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 eggs
- Juice of 2 lemons (about 1/4 cup)
Instructions
- Combine ground beef, grated onion, rice, parsley, dill, egg, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix gently until combined.
- Shape into golf ball-sized meatballs and chill in the fridge for 15–20 minutes.
- Simmer chicken broth and olive oil in a wide pot, then add meatballs. Cover and cook for 30 minutes over low heat.
- Whisk eggs and lemon juice in a bowl. Temper with hot broth and then add back into the pot.
- Stir gently over very low heat until sauce thickens slightly. Do not boil.
- Serve warm with additional dill or lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
Chill your meatballs to help them hold shape and use fresh herbs for genuine flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg