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Greek Beef Keftedes
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Greek Beef Keftedes

4.3 / 5 from 3 reviews

Serves: about 4 people. Portion size: about 300g per person. Country of origin: Greece. Nutrition is an estimated planning guide per 100g of finished dish and per saved portion.

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Nut free

Known allergens

EggsGlutenMilk

Estimated Nutrition (per 100g finished recipe)

Calories
220 kcal
Protein
17 g
Carbohydrate
9 g
of which sugars
2 g
Fat
12 g
of which saturates
4.5 g
Fibre
1.2 g
Salt
0.85 g

Ingredients

  • 650g lean minced beef
  • 1 small onion, grated
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 50g breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp chopped mint
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 200g Greek yoghurt to serve
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • 250g village salad to serve

Method

Prepare the ingredients and trim any large visible pieces of fat from the beef.

Heat the oil in a heavy pan over a medium-high heat, then brown the beef in batches so it colours rather than steams.

Add the aromatics and spices, stirring until they smell fragrant.

Add the liquids and vegetables, then simmer gently until the beef is tender and the sauce has reduced to a good serving consistency.

Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve with the suggested side. Nutrition values are estimates for planning and will vary with exact ingredients and portion size.

Reviews

4 / 5

Greek Beef Keftedes is a keeper for me. Clear method, good portion size, and enough character to make it feel like travel food.

Marcia Campbell
4 / 5

I liked the balance in Greek Beef Keftedes. The beef stayed tender and the seasoning made the whole plate feel generous.

Ann Carter
5 / 5

The Greek Beef Keftedes worked beautifully and gave a real sense of Greece without feeling difficult for a home kitchen.

Robyn Baker