Great meatballs of fire recipe

Name: Great meatballs of fire recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 100 g (3.5oz) ricotta cheese; 2 free-range eggs; 400 g (14.1oz) pork shoulder, finely minced; 200 g (7.1oz) beef chuck steak, finely minced; 100 g (3.5oz) Japanese panko breadcrumbs or fresh breadcrumbs; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 3 tbsp finely chopped coriander stems, leaves reserved; 2 tsp sea salt; 0.5 tsp dried chilli flakes; 1 batch homemade red onion and tomato sauce (or from a jar)

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 220C, Gas Mark 7 and line a large baking tray with non-stick baking parchment.
2
Put the ricotta into a large bowl and fork through to break it up.
3
Add the eggs and whisk together.
4
Add the minced pork and beef, panko crumbs (or breadcrumbs), garlic, coriander stems, salt and chilli flakes, and mix with your hands until well combined.
5
Heat a small frying pan over a high heat.
6
Break off a small amount of the mixture, flatten between your fingers and fry until cooked.
7
Taste to check the seasoning and spice levels and add more salt and chilli flakes if necessary.
8
Form the mixture into about 18 balls each 4-5cm in diameter, packing each one firmly, and place them on the prepared baking tray.
9
Bake in the oven for 15-18 minutes, turning the tray round halfway through - the balls should begin to brown on the top.
10
Keep an eye on them to make sure that they don't get burnt underneath.
11
Meanwhile, heat the sauce in a large pan over a medium heat.
12
When the balls are cooked, add them to the sauce and simmer for 15 minutes.
13
Serve with soured cream on the side and a few leaves of coriander scattered on top, and a baby spinach and rocket salad.

676

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Protein

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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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 100 g (3.5oz) ricotta cheese, 2 free-range eggs, 400 g (14.1oz) pork shoulder, finely minced, 200 g (7.1oz) beef chuck steak, finely minced, and more.

Yes, Great meatballs of fire recipe 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!