Description
Juicy, herb-infused meatballs simmered in a tangy lemon and olive oil sauce, delivering a burst of Mediterranean flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 cup water
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, red onion, garlic, dill, mint, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, placing them on a plate.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and water. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through and sauce has slightly thickened.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with rice, pita, or a Greek salad.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.