Meatballs in Fried Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Meatballs in Fried Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 400 grams minced beef; 1 egg; 1 tbsp chopped parsley; 30 grams breadcrumbs; 1 pinch salt; 100 grams onion, chopped; 400 grams ripe tomatoes peeled; 6 tbsp olive oil; 1 garlic clove; 1/2 chilli; 1 pinch chopped parsley; 1 bay leaf; 1 tsp oregano; 1 pinch salt to taste if required

Servings: persons

400 grams minced beef
1 egg
1 tbsp chopped parsley
30 grams breadcrumbs
1 pinch salt
100 grams onion, chopped
400 grams ripe tomatoes peeled
6 tbsp olive oil
1 garlic clove
1/2 chilli
1 pinch chopped parsley
1 bay leaf
1 tsp oregano
1 pinch salt to taste if required

1
Make the meatballs with the minced beef adding the egg and parsley.
2
Roll them in breadcrumbs and brown them in a bit of hot oil.
3
Keep until needed.
4
Scald and peel the tomatoes
5
Sautee onion until soft with garlic and a bit of chilli pepper in a bit of olive oil.
6
Add the tomatoes and cook for 15-20 minutes.
7
Add parsley and seasoning
8
Once cooked mash to make the sauce smoother.
9
It can be blended if preferred
10
Add the meatballs and cook together for 2 - 3 minutes
11
Serve with some nice bread

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 400 grams minced beef, 1 egg, 1 tbsp chopped parsley, 30 grams breadcrumbs, and more.

Yes, Meatballs in Fried Tomato Sauce 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!

Meatballs in Fried Tomato Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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