Delicious Italian Meatballs Recipe

Name: Delicious Italian Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 200 g minced beef; 200 g ground pork; 1/2 bunch flat leaf parsley; 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 3 tablespoons fine breadcrumbs; milk, enough to cover breadcrumbs; plain flour; For the marinara; 2 (400 g) cans chopped tomatoes; 3 garlic cloves, halved; 1/2 red chili pepper, finely sliced; 2 tablespoons pitted green olives, drained; 1 bunch fresh basil; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano; sea salt; fresh ground black pepper; olive oil

Servings: persons

200 g minced beef
200 g ground pork
1/2 bunch flat leaf parsley
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, chopped
3 tablespoons fine breadcrumbs
milk, enough to cover breadcrumbs
plain flour
For the marinara
2 (400 g) cans chopped tomatoes
3 garlic cloves, halved
1/2 red chili pepper, finely sliced
2 tablespoons pitted green olives, drained
1 bunch fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
olive oil

1
Heat the oven to 180u00b0C.
2
Soak the breadcrumbs in the milk.
3
Lightly fry the shallots, garlic and chilli. When they have sweated down add the white wine and reduce for a minute or 2 until it has almost evaporated. Add the tomatoes along with the basil, oregano and finally the olives. Simmer to reduce (this should take 5-10 mins).
4
While the tomato sauce is cooking, make up the meatballs: Into the mince add the parsley, parmesan, garlic and add soaked breadcrumbs, mix well. Season with a little salt and pepper.
5
Shape into walnut sized balls and lightly coat the meatballs in the flour and fry in hot olive oil until golden. Add the meatballs to the tomato sauce and bake in the oven for 10 minutes.
6
Serve with basmati rice, or choice of pasta.

552

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 200 g minced beef, 200 g ground pork, 1/2 bunch flat leaf parsley, 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Delicious Italian Meatballs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Delicious Italian Meatballs

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Variations & substitutions

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