Rice Meatballs-Giouvarlakia
Comforting and delicious this recipe is a family favorite
Prep Time17 mins
Cook Time1 hr
Total Time1 hr 17 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek
Servings: 5 servings
Author: Joanna
- 500 gr minced meat beef or pork, I prefer beef
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup short grain rice for risotto such as Carolina rice
- ½ cup chopped parsley
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- Salt & Pepper
Fill your pot with water and bring to a boil.
While the water boils place all ingredients in a big bowl. Using your hands mix them until well incorporated. Try not to overmix. Pinch the meat between your fingers rather than kneading it. Form meatballs the size of a golf ball and place on a shallow dish covered with half of the flour. Sprinkle the rest of the flour on top of the meatballs. Gently roll them one by one until
covered with flour.
By now the water in the pot should be boiling. Carefully place the meatballs one by one in the pot. Using a spoon make sure they are covered by water.
Lower heat on low-medium and simmer for about an hour, checking every once in a while to see if you need to add water.
You can also make this recipe using your pressure cooker. Just cook on HIGH for 15 min and let it natural release for 15 min before opening the pot