Keftithakia
Bring a taste of Greece to your table with Keftithakia, a classic Greek meatball recipe bursting with Mediterranean flavors! These tender, golden-brown bite-sized delights are made with a savory blend of ground beef and pork, infused with the aromatic goodness of fresh parsley, mint, cumin, and oregano. Finely grated onion and minced garlic add depth and moisture, while breadcrumbs and a beaten egg ensure the perfect texture. Fried to perfection in olive oil, Keftithakia are irresistibly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Serve them warm alongside tzatziki, crusty bread, or a fresh salad for a truly authentic experience. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or main dish, these Greek meatballs are easy to make yet guaranteed to impress!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Ground beef
- 250 g Ground pork
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely grated
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 large Egg, beaten
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork.
Add the grated onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and chopped mint to the bowl.
Sprinkle in the oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Add the beaten egg and breadcrumbs to bind the mixture together.
Mix everything thoroughly using your hands until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Remove the mixture from the refrigerator and roll it into small, walnut-sized balls with your hands.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Fry the meatballs in batches, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and fully cooked through (about 7–10 minutes per batch).
Transfer the cooked meatballs to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve warm with a side of tzatziki, crusty bread, or a simple salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2760 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 208.5 g | 267% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.2 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 742 mg | 247% | |
| Sodium | 3784 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.4 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 165.9 g | 332% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 308 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 1786 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
