Keftedes

 Keftedes Directions

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
• 4 slices white bread
• 1 cup milk
• 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
• 1/3 cup fresh oregano (finely chopped)
• 3 tablespoons fresh mint (finely chopped)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 eggs (beaten)
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Oil for cooking
• Rice and tomato sauce for serving

Steps:

1. Prepare Bread: Soak the 4 slices of white bread in 1 cup of milk until soft.
2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped onion, oregano, mint, garlic, beaten eggs, and soaked bread (squeeze out excess milk).
3. Season: Add kosher salt and black pepper to taste. Mix everything thoroughly.
4. Shape Keftedes: Form the mixture into small balls or patties.
5. Cook: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the keftedes until browned and cooked through.
6. Serve: Plate with rice and tomato sauce. Enjoy!