"When I fled Greece during World War II and eventually relocated to Los Angeles, I brought with me the traditions of my home," writes Rebecca Levy. "A lot of these traditions have to do with food, and since sharing my heritage has always been important to me, I often make favorites from my homeland for friends and family. In addition, cooking for community events and teaching classes on Sephardic cuisine keep my schedule full."
Pair this dish with rice pilaf or noodles.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Mix beef, 1/4 cup broth, crackers, 2 tablespoons parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper in large bowl. Shape mixture into 2 1/2-inch-diameter, 1/2-inch-thick patties. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Working in 2 batches, sauté patties until brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to plate.
Step 2
Add potato, carrots, and celery to same skillet; sauté 5 minutes, scraping up browned bits. Add tomato sauce, olives, and remaining 1 cup broth and 2 tablespoons parsley. Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. Place patties in skillet atop vegetable sauce. Cover and simmer until heated through, about 10 minutes.
