Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsVasili'sKeftedes Recipe

Keftedes Recipe

Inspired by Vasili's
Time45m
Serves4

lamb Meatballs, preserved lemon yogurt, tomato sauce, chives, baguette

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Ingredients

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Meatballs and Sauce

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Meatballs

    In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, parsley, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

  2. 2

    Form the Meatballs

    Shape the mixture into meatballs, approximately 2.5 cm in diameter.

  3. 3

    Cook the Meatballs

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  4. 4

    Make the Sauce

    In the same skillet, add crushed tomatoes and oregano. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Combine Meatballs and Sauce

    Return meatballs to the skillet, cover, and simmer for an additional 10 minutes until cooked through.

  6. 6

    Prepare Lemon Yogurt

    In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with finely chopped preserved lemon.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve meatballs with tomato sauce, a dollop of preserved lemon yogurt, and garnish with chopped chives. Accompany with slices of baguette.

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