Romanian meatballs (Chiftele)

Step 1

Heat the tbsp of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions, garlic and saute until tender. Add the grated potato and cook for a few minutes until it becomes tender. Let this cool.

Step 2

In a large bowl, add the onion/potato mixture, ground pork, eggs and breadcrumbs, salt and pepper, add the chopped parsley, chopped dill and mix well.

Step 3

You can form these into balls, or traditionally they are formed into small patties.

Step 4

Add oil to a large skillet and fry the meatballs on all sides.

Step 5

Serve over spaghetti, or mashed potatoes.