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Greek Bifteki (Herb Beef Patties Stuffed with Melted Feta)
Plump Greek beef patties generously seasoned with wild oregano, mint, and garlic, stuffed with a pocket of tangy feta cheese that turns luscious as it grills.
Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Total
35 min
Ingredients
4servings
- Ground beef (15-20% fat)600 g
- Feta cheese, cut into 4 thick batons120 g
- Grated onion1 piece
- Garlic cloves, minced2 clove
- Greek dried oregano1 tbsp
- Fresh or dried mint1 tsp
- Olive oil2 tbsp
- Salt1 tsp
Preparation Steps
1
Thoroughly mix ground beef with grated onion, minced garlic, oregano, mint, olive oil, and salt. Knead for 3 minutes to emulsify.
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2
Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and flatten each into an oval patty in your hand.
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3
Place a piece of feta in the center and fold the meat around it, sealing completely so no cheese escapes.
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4
Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Cook bifteki for 6-7 minutes per side until beautifully charred and cooked through.
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5
Serve immediately with lemon wedges, roast potatoes, and cool tzatziki.
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Provenance & Public Domain Audit
Source: Middle Eastern & Mediterranean Culinary Heritage / USDA Public Domain Collection (United States Department of Agriculture (USDA))
Legal status: Public Domain (17 U.S.C. § 105) • 17 U.S.C. § 105
License: Creative Commons CC0 1.0 Universal
