Spiced Beef Soutzoukakia with Tomato Sauce
Tender Greek-spiced meatballs simmered in a bright tomato sauce with cumin and oregano. Ready in 25 minutes — the perfect weeknight dinner that tastes like you spent all afternoon cooking.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, cumin, diced onion, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper in a bowl until just combined.
Step 2
Roll mixture into 16 meatballs, each about 1.5 inches across.
Step 3
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
Step 4
Working in batches, brown meatballs 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Don't stir constantly — let them develop color.
Step 5
Add crushed tomatoes, vinegar, oregano, and 0.5 tsp salt to the skillet. Stir gently to coat.
Step 6
Simmer uncovered for 8–10 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and meatballs are cooked through.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- 12-inch skillet
- spoon or spatula
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