Polpetta Fritta -- Fried Meatballs Recipe

Name: Polpetta Fritta -- Fried Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. ground round, lean; 1/2 lb. ground pork, lean; 1 md. onion, chopped fine; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup unseasoned breadcrumbs; 2 to 3 slices wet bread, crusts removed; 3 tbsp. parsley, chopped fine; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 2 to 3 lg. eggs, slightly beaten; 2 tsp. basil; 1 tsp. oregano

Servings: persons

1/2 lb. ground round, lean
1/2 lb. ground pork, lean
1 md. onion, chopped fine
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup unseasoned breadcrumbs
2 to 3 slices wet bread, crusts removed
3 tbsp. parsley, chopped fine
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 to 3 lg. eggs, slightly beaten
2 tsp. basil
1 tsp. oregano

1
Place both the beef and the pork into a large bowl.
2
Add all other ingredients except the eggs; mix well.
3
The moist bread is made by soaking 2-3 slices of wet bread, crusts removed, in water.
4
When soaked, squeeze as much water out as you can, then shred and add to the meatball mixture.
5
Add eggs and mix.
6
Check for moistness.
7
If too moist, add some more breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese.
8
If to dry, add another egg and mix well again.
9
When all is mixed, form the meat into meatballs about 1 to 1-1/2 inches in diameter.
10
Set the formed meatballs on waxed paper.
11
Heat olive oil in a pan to a depth of about 1 1/2 inches.
12
(Remember to leave at least a few inches, in the pot, above the surface of the oil for expansion!)
13
Place meatballs in pan one at a time and brown only lightly (do not cook completely - the meatballs will become hard).
14
Once browned, removed with a slotted spoon and drain on absorbent paper toweling.
15
When all are fried, transfer to a simmering pot of tomato sauce and cook to completion.
16
Serve as a side with any pasta dish as sandwiches.

290

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. ground round, lean, 1/2 lb. ground pork, lean, 1 md. onion, chopped fine, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Polpetta Fritta -- Fried 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.

Polpetta Fritta -- Fried Meatballs

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions