Frankie'S Meatballs (From The Famous Rao'S Restaura

Name: Frankie'S Meatballs (From The Famous Rao'S Restaurant In Nyc)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1/2 lb ground veal; 1/2 lb ground pork; 2 large eggs; 1 cup freshly grated pecorino romano cheese; 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley; 1/2 - 1 small garlic clove, minced; salt and pepper; 2 cups plain breadcrumbs; 2 cups water; 1 cup olive oil; 1 garlic clove, lightly smashed

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef
1/2 lb ground veal
1/2 lb ground pork
2 large eggs
1 cup freshly grated pecorino romano cheese
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
1/2 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
salt and pepper
2 cups plain breadcrumbs
2 cups water
1 cup olive oil
1 garlic clove, lightly smashed

1
With your hands, combine the beef, veal, and pork in a large bowl. Add the eggs, cheese, parsley, minced garlic, and salt and pepper to taste and blend the ingredients together. Add the bread crumbs and blend into the meat mixture. Slowly add the water, 1 cup at a time, until the mixture is moist.
2
Shape the meat mixture into 2 1/2 to 3-inch balls.
3
Heat the oil in a large skillet. Saute the whole garlic until lightly brown to flavor the oil, about 1 to 2 minutes.
4
Remove the garlic with a slotted spoon and discard.
5
Add the meatballs and fry in batches, being careful not to crowd the pan. When the bottom half of the meatball is well browned and slightly crisp, about 5 to 6 minutes, turn it and cook the other side for 5 minutes more.
6
Remove the meatballs from the heat and drain them on paper towels.

1388

kcal

Calories

111

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef, 1/2 lb ground veal, 1/2 lb ground pork, 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Frankie'S Meatballs (From The Famous Rao'S Restaurant In Nyc) 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.

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Frankie'S Meatballs (From The Famous Rao'S Restaurant In Nyc)

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