Keftedes (greek) Platter Recipe
Grilled Ground Beef with spices & oregano with Tzatziki & rice on the side, served with a small salad and a Greek pita.
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Ingredients
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Keftedes
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Keftedes
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- 2
Shape the Keftedes
Form the mixture into small balls or patties, about 2 inches in diameter.
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- 4
Cook the rice
In a pot, prepare rice according to package instructions. Typically, combine 1 cup of rice with 2 cups of water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until water is absorbed.
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Serve
Place the grilled keftedes on a platter alongside the tzatziki, rice, salad, and warm Greek pita.