Quick way to grow 5 Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce
This recipe provides a quick and delicious way to prepare 5 Greek meatballs in a tangy lemon sauce. Perfect for a weeknight meal, these meatballs are flavorful and come together easily.
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Large skillet
- Whisk
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 Egg
- 0.25 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp Dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Lemon Sauce
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.25 cup Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
For Serving
- 1 tbsp Fresh dill, chopped Optional garnish
Instructions
Meatball Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Mix the ingredients until just combined, then form the mixture into 5 evenly sized meatballs.
Cooking Meatballs
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then brown the meatballs on all sides to create a nice crust.
- Once browned, remove the meatballs from the skillet and set them aside.
Lemon Sauce Preparation
- In the same skillet, whisk together the chicken broth, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring constantly, until it thickens.
Combine and Serve
- Return the meatballs to the skillet with the lemon sauce, coating them thoroughly and simmering for 5-7 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh dill if desired and serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture. Serve these meatballs over rice, pasta, or with a side of roasted vegetables.