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Greek Meatballs, Athens-Style (Keftedes with Ouzo & Diced Tomatoes)
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Greek Meatballs, Athens-Style (Keftedes with Ouzo & Diced Tomatoes)



Greek Meatballs, Athens-Style (Keftedes with Ouzo & Diced Tomatoes)

There’s nothing more comforting than a plate of Greek meatballs simmered in rich tomato sauce with a splash of ouzo — the true flavor of Athens home cooking.
In this video, I’ll show you how to make tender, herb-filled keftedes the traditional Greek way, inspired by a beloved taverna in Piraeus and featured in my new cookbook, Athens: Food, Stories, Love.

🇬🇷 What makes this recipe special:
– Authentic Greek flavors, simple pantry ingredients
– Ouzo adds a touch of anise depth and Athenian flair
– Perfect for cozy nights, Sunday dinners, or mezze platters

🍅 Ingredients:
Ground beef, onion, garlic, tomato, ouzo, herbs, Greek oregano, olive oil

💡 Tips:
Serve these keftedes over orzo, rice, or crusty bread. Pair with a glass of ouzo or a crisp white wine.

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👉 Go to my website for this recipe: https://www.dianekochilas.com/keftedes-with-ouzo-and-diced-tomatoes/

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This recipe lives right here in Athens food stories. Love traditional keetas cooked in a tomato uzo sauce inspired by one of my favorite places to eat in Pyreus. These are Greek meatballs tender and herby kissed with mint, oregano, and a splash of uzo for death. It starts the old school way. Bread soaked in milk. The secret to that soft melt in-you mouth texture. They fry golden, then simmer in a tomato sauce laced with uzo, star anise, and a twist of orange zest. Warm, aromatic, and unmistakably Greek. Find the full recipe and its story in Athens food stories love and bring a taste of real Athens to your own