Best 5 Perfect Meatballs Recipes
Meatballs, those tender, juicy spheres of minced meat, have been a culinary delight for centuries. Whether simmering in a flavorful sauce, gracing a hearty sandwich, or taking center stage as the star of a celebratory dish, meatballs have earned their place as a beloved comfort food. They embody the essence of culinary versatility, adaptable to various cuisines and flavor profiles. Whether you prefer classic Italian meatballs in a rich tomato sauce, succulent Swedish meatballs bathed in a creamy gravy, or exotic Middle Eastern meatballs infused with aromatic spices, there's a recipe out there to tantalize your taste buds. So, embark on this gustatory journey as we delve into the art of crafting the perfect meatball, exploring tips, techniques, and a diverse selection of recipes that will elevate your culinary repertoire and leave your dinner guests craving for more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ALWAYS PERFECT SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS
This recipe has gotten me out of innumerable kitchen emergencies, including unexpected guests, finicky guests, and kids on a hunger strike. It has become so popular in our world that many guests visiting (especially from out of town) request it in advance before they get here. Similarly, many young brides have asked for this recipe as their wedding gift (don't worry--they got a regular gift too!). It can be doubled, tripled, etc., freezes and reheats well, and can handle an almost infinite number of variations (some of which I will include below).
Provided by Sarah Chana
Categories Meat
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix together beef, garlic powder, onion powder, egg, and matzo meal.
- Form into small balls and set aside.
- Pour chili sauce into medium saucepan.
- Refill bottle with water, shake well, and add to pot.
- Add the brown sugar and lemon juice, and mix.
- Bring sauce to a boil.
- Taste and adjust amounts of lemon juice and brown sugar to taste.
- Drop in meatballs.
- Return to boil, cover, and simmer for at least 20 minutes (but you can leave it on for much longer if you forget).
- VARIATION #1:For chili sauce, you can substitute either tomato sauce or tomato juice or diced canned tomatoes, and adjust the sweeteners and water accordingly. You just want it to be a saucy consistency, not too thick or thin. If you use plain tomato juice or sauce, you can add in some garlic powder or other seasoning. The sky is the limit. But, do NOT use spaghetti sauce!
- VARIATION #2:For matzo meal you can substitute bread crumbs, oatmeal, a little flour, or any other binding agent.
- VARIATION #3:For brown sugar you can substitute real maple syrup, sugar, honey, grape jelly, or any other real sweetener. (Do not use nutrisweet or any other artificial sweetener!).
PERFECT MEATBALLS
A traditional Italian meatball, slow cooked in a basic Pomodoro Sauce (see "Perfect Pomodoro Sauce"). The idea is to make these as moist and as un-meatloaf tasting as possible. If the meat doesn't seem to "stick" together, add a few more breadcrumbs than whats called for. Slow cooking them in the sauce is the key
Provided by sjf17x
Categories Meat
Time 3h20m
Yield 12 meatballs, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Grate the onion, set aside (will include a lot of juice, or water).
- Mince the garlic very finely, put the salt and olive oil onto it, and with the back end of a chef's knife, work the garlic into a paste.
- ** Alternative, or if you don't know how to do this, just mince the garlic and onions as finely as you can.
- In a large bowl, add the meat, onion, garlic, egg, bread crumbs, parm cheese, basil, pesto, 3 tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Mix by hand just to combine - do not work it too much.
- Form into balls between the size of a golf ball and a large egg, not working the meat too much. Make as much as you can, about 11-12 and put on a plate.
- Heat the 4 tbsp olive oil on high heat in a saute pan.
- Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Place the already prepared pomodoro sauce in a crock pot, or a large pot on the stove, and carefully add the meatballs.
- Cook for at least 3 hours on low (I cook mine for around 6 hours in a crock pot), stirring occasionally.
JUST PERFECT TURKEY SWEDISH MEATBALLS
These meatballs are some of the best I ever had. They have a light texture, a delicate balance of spices, and a nice creamy sauce. The recipe, with just one small change, comes from a package of Just Perfect seasoned ground turkey. Note that there is not much sauce, so if you want a lot of sauce, you might want to double the liquids and the flour. These meatballs are good over noodles or rice.
Provided by Anya4405
Categories Poultry
Time 45m
Yield 16 meatballs, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Mix the ingredients from turkey to cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt.
- Shape mixture into 16 meatballs.
- Heat the oil in a deep skillet until hot. Add meatballs and cook, turning, until browned on all sides, in batches if necessary. Remove the meatballs from the skillet.
- Add the flour to the drippings in the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
- Add broth and the remaining 1/4 tsp salt. Cook, stirring, until thickened.
- Mix in sour cream and heat through.
- Return the meatballs to the skillet and cook until cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley, if using.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.6, Fat 25.1, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 111, Sodium 815.9, Carbohydrate 11.9, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 2.8, Protein 27.6
PERFECT TURKEY MEATBALLS
Juicy meatballs made with lean ground turkey breast and seasoned with garlic, fresh ginger, and a touch of soy. They do not taste oriental as the seasonings may suggest, but easy to tweak in that direction as desired. All that and low fat, too!
Provided by Soleilbb
Categories Turkey Breasts
Time 40m
Yield 16-18 meatballs, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Into a medium bowl, mix all ingredients except the oil.
- Form into approximately 16 meatballs.
- Heat oil in skillet over medium-low heat and add meatballs, browning as desired.
- When browned as desired, add 1/2 - 3/4 cup water to skillet and cover with lid; simmer over medium-low heat for approximately 20 minutes or until a split meatball is no longer pink inside and the juices are clear.
PERFECT TURKEY MEATBALLS
When I cut back the amount of red meat my family ate meatballs were one of the first recipes I changed. It took some trial and error until I came up with this delicious recipe
Provided by Teal West-Craig
Categories Turkey
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. In a large bowl mix the first 9 ingredients and form into balls of the size you desire
- 2. Put e.v.o.o. in a large frying pan and turn the heat to medium. While the oil is heating up roll each meatball in the extra cup of bread crumbs.
- 3. Pan fry meatballs until they are browned
- 4. Place chicken broth and fried meatballs in another large pan and bring to boil. Once it is boiling cover and turn down to simmer. Simmer until almost all of the chicken broth is gone. Check internal temperature of the meatballs to ensure they are fully cooked.
- 5. Serve with your choice of pasta and sauce or as a meatball sandwich and enjoy
Tips:
- Use a combination of ground meats for the best flavor and texture. Ground chuck, ground pork, and ground veal are all good choices.
- Soak the bread in milk or water before adding it to the meatball mixture. This will help the meatballs stay moist and tender.
- Season the meatball mixture generously with salt, pepper, and garlic. You can also add other spices, such as oregano, basil, or thyme, to taste.
- Form the meatballs into small, even-sized balls. This will help them cook evenly.
- Brown the meatballs in a skillet over medium heat before adding them to the sauce. This will help them develop a nice crust and seal in the juices.
- Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 30 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite pasta, rice, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
Meatballs are a classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are relatively easy to make, and there are many different ways to prepare them. Whether you prefer them simple or saucy, baked or fried, there is a meatball recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give meatballs a try!
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