Keftedes Recipe
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
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Shape the mixture into meatballs, approximately 2.5 cm in diameter.
- 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
Make the Sauce
In the same skillet, add crushed tomatoes and oregano. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- 5
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
Return meatballs to the skillet, cover, and simmer for an additional 10 minutes until cooked through.
- 6
Prepare Lemon Yogurt
In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with finely chopped preserved lemon.
- 7
Serve
Serve meatballs with tomato sauce, a dollop of preserved lemon yogurt, and garnish with chopped chives. Accompany with slices of baguette.



