Biftekia (Greek Burgers/Patties)
Biftekia (Greek Burgers/Patties)
Ingredients
For the Biftekia Patties
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef, 80/20 lean
- 1 red onion, small, grated
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 egg, large
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For Frying
- 1/2 cup olive oil, for shallow frying
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, grated red onion, finely chopped fresh parsley, finely chopped fresh mint, egg, plain breadcrumbs, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Using your hands, thoroughly mix all the ingredients until well combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the patties tough.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Divide the mixture into 8-10 equal portions. Form each portion into a round, flattened patty, about 3/4 inch thick. Place the formed patties on a plate.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Ensure the oil is hot but not smoking.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Carefully place the biftekia patties into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. You may need to cook them in batches.
⏱️ 1 min
- 6
Shallow-fry the patties for 4-6 minutes per side, or until they are perfectly crispy, browned, and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 160°F.
⏱️ 10 min
- 7
Remove the cooked biftekia from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Serve hot.
⏱️ 2 min
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Biftekia (Greek Burgers/Patties)
Ingredients
For the Biftekia Patties
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef, 80/20 lean
- 1 red onion, small, grated
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 egg, large
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For Frying
- 1/2 cup olive oil, for shallow frying
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, grated red onion, finely chopped fresh parsley, finely chopped fresh mint, egg, plain breadcrumbs, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Using your hands, thoroughly mix all the ingredients until well combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the patties tough.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Divide the mixture into 8-10 equal portions. Form each portion into a round, flattened patty, about 3/4 inch thick. Place the formed patties on a plate.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Ensure the oil is hot but not smoking.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Carefully place the biftekia patties into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. You may need to cook them in batches.
⏱️ 1 min - 6
Shallow-fry the patties for 4-6 minutes per side, or until they are perfectly crispy, browned, and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 160°F.
⏱️ 10 min - 7
Remove the cooked biftekia from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Serve hot.
⏱️ 2 min