Best 6 Buttermilk Meatballs Recipes

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Buttermilk meatballs are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are made with a mixture of ground beef, pork, and veal, which is combined with buttermilk, bread crumbs, eggs, and spices. The meatballs are then browned in a skillet and simmered in a creamy sauce made with buttermilk, chicken broth, and flour. Buttermilk meatballs can be served on their own, with mashed potatoes or rice, or as a sandwich filling. They are also a popular appetizer at parties and gatherings.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BUTTERMILK MEATBALLS



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Not sure exactly where I found this but I do know it was a personal blog online. I modified the original recipe just a little and think these are the BEST! They let just enough of the buttermilk flavor through and are super moist without falling apart. I use these for tomato sauce, sweet and sour, and Swedish meatballs.

Provided by Grunig

Categories     Meat

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 slices crustless white bread, torn into small pieces
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 lb ground beef (I use 80/20 hamburger)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 egg
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine bread pieces and buttermilk in a bowl. I use my Kitchenaide so just put it in the mixing bowl.
  • Let the bread and buttermilk sit for 10 minutes.
  • Then mash, or mix, to a smooth paste.
  • Add other ingredients and blend well, but be careful NOT to overwork the mixture.
  • I then place the mixture in the freezer for about 15 minutes. This just firms the mixture and makes it easier to handle.
  • Next I form 1 inch balls and deep fry them at 310 degrees for 3-5 minutes. Not sure how they would be baked but please let me know if anyone tries that.
  • Last I usually put them in the crock pot with my sauce for about an hour to insure the middle is done well and to let the flavors blend.
  • So far this recipe has never failed me.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.4, Fat 20.7, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 136.7, Sodium 742.4, Carbohydrate 8.5, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 2.2, Protein 27.1

MEATBALLS WITH BUTTERMILK GRAVY



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Posted for ZWT II - Germany This can be served over cooked noodles or Spaetzle. Found in Avons International Cookbook.

Provided by Chabear01

Categories     Meat

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup fine dry breadcrumb
3/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 dash pepper
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 medium onion, sliced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups buttermilk

Steps:

  • Combine egg and milk; stir in bread crumbs, chopped onion, mustard, salt, and pepper. Add meat; mix well. Shape into 30 1 1/2 inch meatballs (I make my meatballs smaller).
  • In large skillet cook meatballs in hot oil, turning often, 25 minutes or until done. Remove Meatballs,reserving 2 tbls dripping.
  • Add to drippings sliced onion; cook till tender. Stir together flour, 1/4 tsp salt, and buttermilk; add to skillet. Cook and stir till thickened and bubbly.
  • Reduce heat. Return meatballs to skillet. Cook 2 minutes.
  • Serve over hot cooked noodles or spaetzle.

BIG JOHN'S SOUTHERN BUTTERMILK MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Big John's Southern Buttermilk Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Big John

Categories     Meat

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
3/4 cup milk
3/4 cup breadcrumbs (Fine)
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons flour
2 teaspoons sugar
2 cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Combine the beef, milk, bread crumbs, onion, 1 teaspoons of salt, and the pepper.
  • Mix thoroughly then shape into 16 balls.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a skillet then brown the meat balls well on all sides.
  • Remove the meat balls from the pan and add the remaining butter.
  • Blend in the flour, sugar, and the other 1/2 teaspoons of salt.
  • Add the buttermilk and mustard and cook, stirring constantly until thickened.
  • Reduce the heat and return the meat balls to the sauce.
  • Cover and simmer for 25 minutes.

MEATBALLS IN BUTTERMILK SAUCE



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Clipped from a January 1998 issue of the Houston Chronicle, these baked meatballs are easy to make and kid-friendly. Serve with mashed potatoes, rice or noodles topped with the yummy gravy!

Provided by loof751

Categories     Meat

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 meatballs, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 green bell pepper
1 stalk celery
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 cup cooked rice (leftover is fine)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 egg
1 (10 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
1 (2 ounce) jar mushrooms

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Finely chop the bell pepper and celery.
  • Combine the ground beef, bell pepper, celery, rice, salt, pepper and egg in a large bowl; mix with your hands until well mixed. Divide into 12 equal portions and roll each into a ball. Place the meatballs in a greased 2-qt casserole dish.
  • Combine the mushroom soup, buttermilk, and the liquid from the jar of mushrooms. Beat until smooth.
  • Sprinkle mushrooms over meatballs. Pour the sauce over all. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

GERMAN MEATBALLS , BUTTERMILK GRAVY & SPATEZLE



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This recipe word for word, comes directly from: The Avon International Cook Book published in the 80. Submitted by: Julia S. of Munich,Germany I received this cook book from my dearest,and VERY long time friend Avon Edith in Hometown,Ill.

Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus

Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 egg, beaten
1/4 c milk
1/4 c dry bread crumbs, fine
3/4 c onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 tsp prepared mustard
1 1/2 lb ground beef
1 Tbsp cooking oil
1 medium onion, sliced
1/4 c all purpose flour
2 c buttermilk
hot cooked noodles or spaetzle
1 1/4 tsp salt
pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Combine egg and milk; stir in crumbs, chopped onion, mustard, 1 teaspoon salt and dash pepper.
  • 2. Add meat; mix well.
  • 3. Shape into 30 1 1/2 inch meatballs.
  • 4. In large skillet cook meatballs in hot oil, turning often, 25 minutes or until done.
  • 5. Remove meatballs, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings.
  • 6. Add sliced onion; cook until tender.
  • 7. Stir together flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt and buttermilk; add to skillet.
  • 8. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.
  • 9. Reduce heat.
  • 10. Return meatballs to skillet.
  • 11. Cook 2 minutes.
  • 12. Serve with hot cooked noodles or spaetzle.
  • 13. Spaetzle: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 eggs, 3/4 cup milk.
  • 14. In a mixing bowl combine flour and salt.
  • 15. Mix eggs and milk; stir into flour mixture.
  • 16. Place batter in coarse-sieved deep-fat frying basket or colander with 1/4 inch holes.
  • 17. Hold over kettle of boiling salted water.
  • 18. Press the batter through the deep-fat frying basket or colander with the back of a wooden spoon or rubber spatula.
  • 19. If the dough is too thick to push through, thin it with a little milk.
  • 20. Cook and stir for 5 minutes; drain.
  • 21. Keep warm.

MEATBALLS IN BUTTERMILK SAUCE



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This recipe has been in our family for many years and I am uncertain of the origin. I can remember being served this flavorful dish many times as child and it remains a favorite today.

Provided by Judith Esqueda

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb ground beef
1/2 c bread crumbs
1/4 c onion, chopped
1/2 c milk
1 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
3 Tbsp butter
BUTTERMILK SAUCE
2 Tbsp butter
4 Tbsp flour
2 Tbsp sugar
1 1/2 tsp dry mustard
2 1/2 c buttermilk
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees
  • 2. Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, onion, mil, salt, and pepper. Shape into balls. Fry on all sides in butter until brown. (You can choose to bake the meatballs, if you wish, but you may need to add additional fat to the pan for the sauce.) Place in a 2 to 2 1/2 quart baking dish.
  • 3. To make Buttermilk Sauce: Add the 2 tablespoons butter to pan drippings. Mix flour, sugar, and dry mustard and whisk into the butter, making a light roux. Gradually add the buttermilk. Stir over low heat until the sauce is smooth. Add the beaten egg and cook 1 minute longer. Pour over meatballs in the casserole dish.
  • 4. Bake in pre-heated oven for 30 minutes. Serve over rice or egg noodles.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients prepped and measured. This will make the cooking process go much smoother.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh ingredients will always yield the best results. If you can, try to use organic ingredients whenever possible.
  • Don't Overmix: When mixing the meatball mixture, be careful not to overmix it. Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
  • Brown the Meatballs: Before baking or simmering the meatballs, brown them in a skillet over medium heat. This will give them a nice crust and help to lock in the flavor.
  • Use a Slow Cooker: If you're short on time, you can cook the meatballs in a slow cooker. Just add the meatballs and sauce to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
  • Serve with Your Favorite Sides: Buttermilk meatballs can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

Buttermilk meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. With a few simple tips, you can make buttermilk meatballs that are sure to impress your friends and family.

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