Grandmother's Kitchen

Greek Meatballs

This Greek meatball recipe has a wonderful flavor. If you are looking to try something a little bit different, try this recipe made with a great variety of herbs and spices.

Greek Meatballs

Ingredients

  • 250 grams ground lamb
  • 250 grams lean ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked couscous
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 Tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1Tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 large jar pasta sauce

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the lamb, beef, couscous, onion, garlic, egg, parsley, mint, oregano, cumin, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper.
  2. Roll mixture into 1 1/2 inch long meatballs.
  3. In large saucepan, fry meatballs in vegetable oil and cook until brown on all sides, about 6 minutes.
  4. Add the pasta sauce and bring to boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, turning occasionally, 10 to 12 minutes.

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Original source: missiondelish.com