Greek Soutzoukakia (Greek Meatballs in Tomato Sauce)
User Reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
10 -12
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Calories
117 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Greek
Greek Soutzoukakia (Greek Meatballs in Tomato Sauce)
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These Greek meatballs in tomato sauce are known as Greek Soutzoukakia. They are delicious, flavorful Greek meatballs with tomato sauce. Serve on rice or mashed potatoes for an easy, wholesome meal.
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Ingredients
For the meatballs
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 thick slices bread, crust removed
- 3 garlic cloves, pressed
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the tomato sauce
- 400 ml can of finely chopped tomatoes (polpa)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp sugar
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
Make the meatballs
- Soak the bread slices, crust removed, for 5 minutes.
- Once the bread is soaked, mix with the ground beef, pressed garlic, salt, cumin, pepper and egg. Knead well to combine the mixture. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, scoop 2 tablespoons at a time and form into ovals / logs, about 2-3 inches in length.
- Once all meatballs are made, heat 1 tbsp oil in a medium-large skillet over medium heat. When the pan is hot, sear 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove all the meatballs to a paper towel lined plate.
Make the tomato sauce
- Once the meatballs are removed, add tomatoes, sugar, salt and water - cook for 10 minutes on medium-low, keeping at a low simmer.
- Add the wine and let it cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Put the meatballs back in the pan and simmer with the sauce for 10 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes or one of our delicious Greek salads (see below for serving ideas).
Notes
- Serve with rice or Classic Mashed Potatoes Recipe
- Also delicious with our favourite salads like Maroulosalata aka my Mamas Salad or Greek Cabbage Salad
- Or, serve with our Fluffy Greek Pita Bread Recipe
Nutrition Information
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Calories
117kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
6.1g
(2%)
Protein
10.8g
(22%)
Fat
4.5g
(7%)
Saturated Fat
1.2g
(6%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.5g
Monounsaturated Fat
2.5g
Cholesterol
41.6mg
(14%)
Sodium
744.3mg
(31%)
Fiber
0.6g
(2%)
Sugar
0.8g
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10-12
Amount Per Serving
Calories 117 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 117kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 6.1g | 2% |
| Protein | 10.8g | 22% |
| Fat | 4.5g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2g | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.5g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 41.6mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 744.3mg | 31% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.8g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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15 reviews
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