Step 1

Add all the ingredients except the olive oil to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Mix well with your hands to combine.

Step 3

Take small handfuls of the mixture and shape them into balls with your hands, each approximately 1-inch in diameter.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan on a medium-high setting.

Step 5

Fry the meatballs until they're browned on the outside and cooked through in the middle — about 4-5 minutes on each side.

Step 6

Serve with fresh salad and pitta bread (optional).