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Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce

Irresistible Greek Meatballs in Zesty Lemon Sauce Delight

Enjoy Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce, a comforting dish of tender meatballs in a tangy sauce that elevates any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef for a lighter version, substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 medium Grated Onion use sweet or yellow onion for best results
  • 1/2 cup Arborio Rice ensure it's uncooked and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley can be substituted with coriander or omitted
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill try mint or thyme for a twist
  • 1 large Eggs important for binding
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano optionally replace with Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth homemade or low-sodium recommended
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil can be substituted with other cooking oils
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice fresh juice is highly recommended

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • parchment-lined tray
  • wide pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, grated onion, uncooked Arborio rice, chopped parsley, fresh dill, one beaten egg, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined. Set aside.
  2. Divide the mixture into golf ball-sized portions, rolling them into smooth meatballs. Chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes.
  3. In a wide pot, bring the chicken broth to a gentle simmer. Add the meatballs carefully, cover, and cook for about 30 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the remaining eggs with fresh lemon juice. Gradually mix in hot broth to temper the eggs.
  5. Pour the tempered egg-lemon mixture back into the pot, stirring over low heat until the sauce thickens slightly. Do not boil.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with fresh dill or lemon wedges. Pair with rice or crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 18gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Gently combine the meat mixture to prevent tough meatballs. Chill before cooking to help them hold their shape. Temper the egg mixture gradually to avoid curdling when making the sauce.

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