Keftedes Tiganites (Fried Greek "Meatballs")
Grrrrrgh!
Course : Greek
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 24
 

Ingredients:

1 pound lean beef or veal -- ground
1 medium onion -- grated
1 clove garlic clove -- crushed
2 slices bread -- crusts removed
1 large egg -- lightly beaten
3 tablespoons parsley -- (minced)
2 bunches mint sprigs -- chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice*
1 tablespoon dry red wine
2 tablespoons water -- (more if necessary)
1 teaspoon salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons oil for frying
 

Preparation:

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