Description
Soutzoukakia Me Patates is a comforting Greek dish that showcases tender beef meatballs paired with perfectly roasted potatoes, all enveloped in a rich tomato sauce. This hearty meal not only captures the essence of Mediterranean flavors but also provides a satisfying experience for family dinners or gatherings. Infused with aromatic herbs and spices, each bite offers a delightful burst of taste, making it a favorite among both adults and children. Whether served on its own or alongside fresh salads and warm bread, Soutzoukakia Me Patates is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 340g ground beef
- 3/4 cup bread crumbs
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 medium onion (grated)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 4 large potatoes (cut into wedges)
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 3 tablespoons parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 lemon (juiced)
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF. Drizzle olive oil at the bottom of a baking dish.
- 2. In the baking dish, place potato wedges and season with oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- 3. Pour tomato sauce and water over the seasoned potatoes. Bake for 30 minutes until starting to soften.
- 4. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, milk, egg, grated onion, minced garlic, parsley, mint, cumin, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and shape into oval meatballs.
- 5. After the initial potato baking time is up, place meatballs on top of the potatoes and bake everything together for an additional 50-60 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute ground turkey for beef for a lighter option. Customize the seasoning by adding your favorite herbs like thyme or paprika. For added freshness when serving, top with chopped parsley or mint.