Goat and Pork Meatballs Recipe

Name: Goat and Pork Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cup milk; 1 slice bread, crust removed; 1/2 pound ground goat; 1/2 pound ground pork; 1 tablespoon finely chopped yellow onion; 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley; 1 large egg; Pinch ground nutmeg or dried marjoram; 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese; Vegetable oil, as needed; 1 teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 cup panko or other dry bread crumbs; 1/2 cup horseradish mustard, optional; 1/2 cup sour cream, optional

Servings: persons

⅓ cup milk
1 slice bread, crust removed
1/2 pound ground goat
1/2 pound ground pork
1 tablespoon finely chopped yellow onion
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
1 large egg
Pinch ground nutmeg or dried marjoram
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetable oil, as needed
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup panko or other dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup horseradish mustard, optional
1/2 cup sour cream, optional

1
In a small saucepan, combine milk and bread.
2
Place over medium-low heat and bring to a boil.
3
Mash bread with a fork, and remove from heat.
4
Transfer to a mixing bowl and add goat, pork, onion, parsley, egg, nutmeg or marjoram, Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, salt and pepper.
5
Mix thoroughly but gently by hand.
6
Gently, without squeezing, shape mixture into small balls about 1 inch in diameter.
7
Roll in bread crumbs to coat.
8
Place a large skillet over high heat, and add about 1/4 inch oil.
9
When oil shimmers, gently add meatballs by sliding them onto a wide spatula and then into oil.
10
Turn meatballs until browned on all sides.
11
Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels, then immediately to a warm serving platter.
12
If desired, serve with mustard or a sauce of equal parts mustard and sour cream.

415

kcal

Calories

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅓ cup milk, 1 slice bread, crust removed, 1/2 pound ground goat, 1/2 pound ground pork, and more.

Yes, Goat and Pork 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.

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Goat and Pork Meatballs

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