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Meatball recipe

Meatballs are one of the most delicious recipes, perfect for family gatherings or events. Try this meatball recipe, it is easy to prepare and suitable for all ages. You can serve it as a main dish with sauce and pasta or as a light meal with bread or salads, allowing the family to enjoy a nutritious, delicious, and quick-to-prepare dish.
Servings 4 people
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 500 gram minced meat
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 minced garlic clove
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • A pinch of chili powder
  • 1 tsp sugar

Instructions

  • Mix the minced meat with breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Combine the ingredients well until blended, then shape the mixture into small balls.
    Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a teaspoon of olive oil, and brown the meatballs on all sides for 5 minutes until golden.
    Add the tomato sauce, olive oil, sugar, and a pinch of chili powder to the same skillet. Let the sauce simmer gently for 10 minutes.
    Then, let the meatballs cook with the sauce over low heat for 15 minutes until fully cooked.

Notes

meatball recipe
meatball recipe
You can use chicken instead of beef to reduce fat content. If you want softer meatballs, add a tablespoon of milk to the meat mixture.
When mixing the ingredients, avoid over-mixing to prevent the meatballs from becoming tough. Mix gently until just combined.
Use a blend of spices such as salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried thyme for a distinctive flavor.
Serve the meatballs with spaghetti or over white rice for a complete meal.
You can bake the meatballs in the oven at 180°C for 20 minutes if you wish to serve them as a light meal.
Calories: 1400kcal
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