Greek meatballs (keftedes)


These juicy little meatballs are commonly served as part of a meze platter in Greece. A simple tzatziki (yoghurt and cucumber dip) would be the perfect accompaniment. 

Ingredients

  • large tomato
  • 700 g (1½ lbs) beef mince or combination of beef mince
  • large red onions, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp ground dried Greek mint
  • salt and pepper
  • ¾-1 cup milk
  • ¼-½ cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour, for dredging
  • olive oil, for frying