Greek Lamb Meatballs with Crispy Feta and Warm Honey Drizzle
Tender, herb-infused lamb meatballs paired with golden pan-fried feta cheese and a luscious warm honey drizzle that perfectly balances savoury and sweet. This elegant spring dish brings the vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean straight to your table.
Ingredients
- 500g lamb mince
- 1 small red onion, finely grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 40g fresh breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano, finely chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 200g block feta cheese
- 3 tbsp plain flour
- 4 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 3 tbsp runny honey
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp dried chilli flakes
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, for garnish
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine lamb mince, grated onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, mint, oregano, cumin, cinnamon, salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly with your hands until well combined.
Shape the mixture into 20 evenly-sized meatballs, approximately 30g each, and place on the prepared baking tray.
Drizzle meatballs with 2 tablespoons olive oil and bake for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature reaching 75°C.
While meatballs are cooking, cut the feta block into 4 slices approximately 1cm thick. Pat dry with kitchen paper and dust lightly with flour on all sides.
Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry feta slices for 2 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Transfer to a plate.
In a small saucepan, gently warm the honey with lemon juice and chilli flakes over low heat for 2 minutes until fluid and fragrant.
Arrange 5 meatballs per plate alongside a crispy feta slice. Drizzle generously with warm honey mixture.
Garnish with fresh dill and sesame seeds. Serve immediately while the feta is still warm and crispy.
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