Greek Meatballs With Mint

Recipe Ingredients

1 lb	454g / 16oz	Lean ground beef
1 lb	454g / 16oz	Veal or pork
2		Eggs
1		Onion - grated (large)
1 tablespoon	15ml	Minced fresh mint
1 tablespoon	15ml	Oregano
2 tablespoons	30ml	Minced fresh parsley
2		Garlic - minced
1 tablespoon	15ml	Tomato paste
		Diluted in 1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons	30ml	Olive oil
		Plus olive oil for pan frying
12		Salted wheat crackers
		Soaked in water and squeezed dry
1/2 cup	118ml	Dry white wine
		Salt and freshly ground pepper - to taste
		Flour - for dusting

Recipe Instructions

Place meat in a large mixing bowl. Break in eggs and mix well. Add onion, mint, oregano, parsley, garlic, diluted tomato paste, the 2 tablespoons oil, crackers, wine, salt, and pepper. Knead until well mixed and smooth. On a lightly floured board, shape meat mixture into 12 balls.

With your palms, flatten balls into patties, then dust patties lightly with flour. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the remaining oil. Fry patties, turning once, until browned on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side or until done to your liking.

Serving Ideas : Remove to heated platter and serve immediately.

Source:
Cole Publishing Group Recipe Collection

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