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Bifteki Recipe

Experience the delicious flavors of Greece with this Bifteki recipe! These juicy, flavorful hamburgers are incredibly easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun weekend barbecue. Tender beef patties seasoned to perfection, grilled to a perfect medium, and served with a squeeze of lemon – pure culinary delight!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 16 mins
Calories 915.5 kcal
Protein 24g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bifteki

  • 1 slice white bread, crusts removed (about 1 oz)
  • 1 1/2 lbs ground beef (preferably 85/15 or 80/20)
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • Egg (quantity not specified in recipe)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Thyme (quantity not specified in recipe)
  • Fresh Mint (quantity not specified in recipe)
  • Parsley (quantity not specified in recipe)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)
  • 1 large clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for grilling, optional)

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How to Make Bifteki

  1. Remove crusts from 1 slice of bread (about 1 oz) and squeeze out excess moisture. Discard crusts.
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, squeezed bread, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 1 large clove garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Gently mix the ingredients by hand. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours) to allow the flavors to meld.
  4. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Gently shape each portion into a thick patty, about 3/4 inch thick.
  5. Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill surface.
  6. Grill the bifteki patties for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer for desired doneness. For an outdoor grill, cook for 5-6 minutes per side, adjusting time based on heat intensity. Avoid pressing down on the patties while cooking.
  7. Ensure the bifteki are slightly undercooked in the center for maximum juiciness.
  8. Serve immediately with quartered lemons and a fresh Greek salad (recipe suggestion included below).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

192g

Carbs

2g

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