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Savory Greek Meat Sauce: A Flavorful Dinner Delight

A flavorful and hearty Greek meat sauce perfect for serving over pasta or rice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef or lamb
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • Cooked pasta or rice for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground beef or lamb to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, cinnamon, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Serve the meat sauce over cooked pasta or rice and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the meat with lentils or mushrooms.
  • Add chopped bell peppers or zucchini to the sauce for extra vegetables and flavor.

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