Keftedes tiganites (fried greek meatballs ) Recipe

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Keftedes tiganites (fried greek meatballs )

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Ingredients:

1	lbs	Lean beef or veal, ground
1	med	Onion, grated
1		Garlic clove, crushed
2	slice	Bread, crusts removed
1		Egg, lightly beaten
3	tbsp	Parsley, (minced)
2		Mint sprigs, chopped
1/2	tsp	Ground allspice*
1	tbsp	Dry red wine
2	tbsp	Water (more if necessary)
		Salt & freshly ground pepper
		All-purpose flour
		Oil for frying

Procedures:

1	*note: bread slices should be soaked in water, then squeezed dry.
2	*ground cinnamon or corriander may be substituted for allspice if desired.
3	In a large bowl, combine the ground meat with the onion, garlic, bread, egg parsley, mint, spice, and wine and knead for 2 minutes.
4	The mixture should be soft; add a few tablespoons of water if necessary.
5	Season with salt and pepper to taste, then cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
6	Pinch off small pieces the size of walnuts or smaller and roll into balls between your palms, then dredge lightly in flour.
7	Heat the oil in a frying pan to the smoking point, slip in the keftedes, and fry until crisp, turning constantly with tongs.
8	Remove with slotted spoon and drain on absorbent paper