Spiedini Polpetta -- Kebobs of Meatballs and Onion

Name: Spiedini Polpetta -- Kebobs of Meatballs and Onion
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. finely chopped parsley; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 2 to 3 lg. eggs, slightly beaten; 1 to 2 md. onions, cubed; Italian bread, cubed, with crusts; 3 eggs, beaten with; 1/4 cup water; Fine seasoned breadcrumbs

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. finely chopped parsley
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 to 3 lg. eggs, slightly beaten
1 to 2 md. onions, cubed
Italian bread, cubed, with crusts
3 eggs, beaten with
1/4 cup water
Fine seasoned breadcrumbs

1
Place both the beef and the pork into a large bowl.
2
Add all other ingredients except the eggs.
3
Mix well.
4
The moist bread is made by soaking 2-3 slices of wet bread, crusts removed, in water.
5
When soaked, squeeze as much water out as you can, then shred and add to the meatball mixture.
6
Add eggs and mix.
7
Check for moistness.
8
If too moist, add some more breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese.
9
If to dry, add another egg and mix well again.
10
When all is mixed, form the meat into meatballs about 1 to 1-1/2 inches in diameter.
11
Set the formed meatballs on waxed paper.
12
To form the kebobs, use medium length metal or bamboo skewers.
13
Start with an Italian bread cube, and place that on the skewer.
14
Then add a meatball, an onion cube, a meatball, another bread cube, a meatball, an onion cube, a meatball and a bread cube.
15
Each skewer should begun and end with a bread cube and have between 2 and 3 meatballs on each skewer.
16
Dip each completed skewer into the egg wash containing the egg and water, then roll each skewer in the breadcrumbs, coating each fully.
17
Allow to dry on a rack and then fry in olive oil until golden brown.
18
Serve immediately.

403

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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: 1/2 lb. ground round, lean, 1/2 lb. ground pork, lean, 1 md. onion, chopped fine, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Spiedini Polpetta -- Kebobs of Meatballs and Onion falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!