AIP Greek-style Meatballs
Quick and flavorful meatballs, juicy and bursting with traditional Greek seasonings. Excellent for meal prep and they freeze very well!
1 lemon, just the zest
1/4 cup + minced mint leaves
2 Tbsp fresh dill, minced
2 tsp pink salt (+pepper reintroduction)
1 large shallot minced (about half cup)
1 lb ground lamb + 1 lb ground pork or beef ( you can use only lamb, but using a blend of meat will leave you with less grease(smoke) and a still yummy lamb flavor that is mild enough for kids to enjoy without questions)
Combine everything but the meat in a large mixing bowl, let it macerate for a hot minute. Then add meats and get your hands in there. Try to get a homogenous mixture, but be careful not to over work it or they'll be tough.
Scoop by the tablespoon onto a sheet pan. With moistened hands roll into balls. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 15-20 mins. Enjoy the hell out of them, however you please. Great with rice or flatbread.