Greek keftedes in tomato sauce
Little lamb and mint meatballs in a simple tomato sauce. Serve with rice or crusty bread.
- Time30 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.05 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the lamb, onion, half the garlic, breadcrumbs, oregano, mint, egg and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Roll into 16 small balls.
- 2
Heat the oil in a large frying pan and brown the meatballs for 6 minutes, turning often.
6 min - 3
Add the remaining garlic, tomatoes, passata and vinegar. Simmer, covered, for 12 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is thick.
12 min - 4
Meanwhile cook the rice in boiling water for 10 minutes, then drain.
10 min - 5
Serve the meatballs and sauce over the rice.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.