Mini Meatballs in Saffron Sauce Recipe

Name: Mini Meatballs in Saffron Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces ground pork; 8 ounces ground veal; 4 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 large egg, beaten to blend; 1 1/2-inch-thick slice French bread, crust removed, soaked in water 3 minutes and squeezed dry; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; All purpose flour; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup chopped onion; 1/2 teaspoon Hungarian sweet paprika; 1 cup (or more) low-salt chicken broth; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 1/4 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads

Servings: persons

8 ounces ground pork
8 ounces ground veal
4 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large egg, beaten to blend
1 1/2-inch-thick slice French bread, crust removed, soaked in water 3 minutes and squeezed dry
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
All purpose flour
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon Hungarian sweet paprika
1 cup (or more) low-salt chicken broth
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/4 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads

1
Mix pork, veal, 1 tablespoon parsley, half of garlic, egg, bread, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in medium bowl to blend.
2
Shape meat mixture into 1-inch balls.
3
Dust meatballs with flour.
4
Set aside.
5
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
6
Add meatballs and saute until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.
7
Using slotted spoon, transfer meatballs to plate.
8
Add onion to skillet; reduce heat to medium and saute until tender, about 2 minutes.
9
Stir in paprika, then 1 cup broth and wine.
10
Return meatballs with any accumulated juices to skillet.
11
Bring to simmer.
12
Cover and cook until meatballs are tender, about 25 minutes.
13
Uncover; add 2 tablespoons parsley, remaining garlic, and saffron.
14
Simmer until sauce thickens, turning meatballs occasionally, about 10 minutes.
15
Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
16
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
17
Cool slightly, then cover and refrigerate.
18
Bring to simmer, thinning with broth if necessary.)
19
Place meatballs with sauce on platter.
20
Top with 1 tablespoon parsley.

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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: 8 ounces ground pork, 8 ounces ground veal, 4 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Mini Meatballs in Saffron 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.

Mini Meatballs in Saffron Sauce

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