Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce
Experience the burst of Mediterranean flavors with these flavorful Greek meatballs served in a zesty lemon sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 lb Ground beef or lamb Choose your preferred meat.
- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Use fresh or dried.
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped Use fresh for best flavor.
- 1/4 cup Fresh mint, chopped Use fresh for best flavor.
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 1 large Egg Helps bind the mixture.
- 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Lemon Sauce
- 2 tbsp Olive oil For cooking the sauce.
- 1 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup Fresh lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
- 1 tbsp Zest of one lemon Adds extra lemon flavor.
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch (optional) For thickening the sauce.
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Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef or lamb with breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, chopped mint, minced garlic, finely chopped onion, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined but avoid overmixing.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs about one to two inches in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Cooking
- Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
- While the meatballs bake, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add broth and fresh lemon juice, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in lemon zest and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If a thicker sauce is preferred, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the saucepan, cooking until slightly thickened.
Serving
- Serve the warm meatballs drizzled with lemon sauce. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
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Notes
Use fresh herbs for the best flavor and consider searing the meatballs before baking for added depth.