Stuffed Meatballs from Asia Minor

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups dried bread crumbs
• 1 cup milk
• 9 oz ground (minced) pork
• 1 1/2 lb ground (minced) beef
• 1 large onion, grated
• 4 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint or 1 teaspoon dried mint
• salt and pepper
• olive oil, for brushing

Directions

Put the bread crumbs into a large bowl, pour in the milk, and let soak
for 15 minutes, until the liquid has been absorbed. Add the ground pork,
ground beef, onion, parsley, oregano, paprika, egg, and mint, season
with salt and pepper, and knead until smooth and thoroughly combined.
Cover with plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes. Divide the mixture
into 12 pieces, shape them into large oval patties, and flatten slightly.
Crumble the feta cheese and combine with the ingredients for the filling
in a bowl. Put 2 tablespoons of the filling in the center of 6 patties and
cover them with the remaining 6 parties, pressing the edges firmly together
to enclose the filling. Brush the patties with oil and fry in a nonstick
pan for 5-8 minutes on each side, or until golden and cooked through.
Alternatively, cook under a preheated broiler for 5-6 minutes on
each side. Serve immediately.

Submitted 8/31/11.
Source: Vefa's Kitchen
Submitted By: b smith

Stuffed Meatballs from Asia Minor