Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 pound

ground lamb

1 pound

ground beef

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

ground black pepper

1 tbsp

ground cumin

2 tsp

ground sweet paprika

3 tbsp

tomato paste

2 unit

onions

peeled and cut into chunks

4 clove

garlic

peeled

1 tbsp

olive oil

0.25 bunch

fresh parsley

chopped

3 tbsp

all-purpose flour

2 unit

eggs

Step 1
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, ground beef, salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, and tomato paste. Do not mix.

Step 2
~4 min

Place onions and garlic in a blender.

Step 3
~4 min

Blend onions and garlic with a slow drizzle of olive oil until a paste forms.

Step 4
~4 min

Add chopped parsley to the onion paste and blend for 5 seconds.

Step 5
~4 min

Pour the onion paste into the bowl with the meat mixture.

Step 6
~4 min

Knead the meat mixture lightly with clean hands.

Step 7
~4 min

Sprinkle flour over the meat mixture.

Step 8
~4 min

Crack eggs into a small bowl and add them to the meat mixture.

Step 9
~4 min

Knead lightly to combine all ingredients.

Step 10
~4 min

Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes to allow flavors to develop.

Step 11
~4 min

Knead lightly once more to ensure all ingredients are well combined.

Step 12
~4 min

Take a small handful of the meat mixture and shape it into a small ball in the palm of your hand.

Step 13
~4 min

Press the meatball lightly between palms to form a patty.

Step 14
~4 min

Place the patty on a large plate, separating layers with plastic wrap.

Step 15
~4 min

Repeat the process until all of the mixture has been formed into patties.

Step 16
~4 min

Cover the plate with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.

Step 17
~4 min

Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 3 inches from the heat source.

Step 18
~4 min

Line a pan with aluminum foil.

Step 19
~4 min

Arrange rissoles 1/2 inch apart in the pan.

Step 20
~4 min

Broil rissoles 3 inches from the heat source until deep golden brown on both sides, turning only once.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meat mixture.

Serve with a dollop of yogurt or a drizzle of tahini sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The meat mixture can be prepared a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium-High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice pilaf or a side salad.

Serve in pita bread with various toppings

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tzatziki sauce
Hummus
Tabouli

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Turkey

Cultural Significance

Rissoles are a common dish in Turkish cuisine, often served as a main course or part of a mezze platter.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ramadan
Eid al-Adha

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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