25-Minute Soutzoukakia — Greek Beef Meatballs
Tender beef meatballs with cumin and garlic, simmered in tangy tomato sauce until glossy and rich. A weeknight Greek dinner that tastes like it simmered for hours.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 312
- Protein
- 26g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix ground beef, bread crumbs, half the garlic, cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp pepper in a bowl until just combined.
Step 2
Roll into 12–16 walnut-sized balls. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering.
Step 3
Working in batches, sear meatballs 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer to a plate.
Step 4
Add remaining garlic to the skillet, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour in tomatoes and vinegar.
Step 5
Return meatballs to the sauce, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer uncovered for 8–10 minutes until glossy.
Step 6
Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve hot, spooning sauce over each meatball.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- large skillet (12-inch or larger)
- wooden spoon or spatula
- spoon or small ice-cream scoop (for rolling meatballs)
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