Porcupine meatballs in sauerkraut is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a winter meal. The meatballs are made with a mixture of ground beef, rice, and spices, and they are simmered in a tangy sauerkraut sauce. This dish is typically served with mashed potatoes or egg noodles. Porcupine meatballs in sauerkraut is a classic comfort food that is sure to warm you up on a cold day. Read on to learn how to make this delicious dish at home.
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PORCUPINE MEATBALLS
These well-seasoned porcupine meatballs in a rich tomato sauce are one of my mom's best main dishes. I used to love this meal when I was growing up. I made it at home for our children, and now my daughters make it for their families. -Darlis Wilfer, West Bend, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Add beef and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. In a large skillet, brown meatballs in oil; drain. Combine tomato sauce, water, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce; pour over meatballs. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Fat 21g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 1317mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
PORCUPINE MEATBALLS
Provided by Miriam Garron
Time 50m
Yield 18 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Pulse the scallion, ginger and cilantro in a food processor until finely chopped. Add the pork, sherry, sesame oil, hot chili sauce, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, the egg and half (1 1/4 teaspoons) of the ramen seasoning; process until smooth. Refrigerate the mixture for 15 minutes.
- Heat 4 inches of vegetable oil in a medium heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees.
- Soak the ramen noodles in a bowl of hot tap water for 5 minutes, flipping once; they should be pliable enough to pull apart without breaking. Drain well and pat dry. Carefully pull the strands apart; cover with plastic wrap.
- With dampened hands, shape 1 scant tablespoon of the pork mixture into a ball. Wrap and press some noodles around the ball, letting a bit of meat show through. Repeat with the remaining meat and noodles.
- Fry the meatballs in the hot oil in batches, adjusting the heat as needed, until the noodles are crisp and golden brown and the meat is cooked through, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain; season with salt. Serve with sweet chili sauce for dipping.
PORCUPINE MEATBALLS
Beef, raw rice, onion and Italian seasoning come together in this simple weeknight dinner of porcupine meatballs. Where'd the name come from? While the meatballs bake, the grains of rice pop out and look incredibly similar to porcupine quills. Simmer the meatballs in a quick homemade tomato sauce for a delicious, family-friendly dish.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Use your hands to mix the ground beef, egg, onion, rice, parsley, 1/2 teaspoon of the Italian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon of the garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper in a large bowl until well combined. Roll the meat mixture into 24 balls (each about 2 heaping tablespoons and 1 inch in diameter).
- Heat the olive oil in a large, high-sided oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the meatballs and cook until lightly browned on all sides, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Reduce the heat to medium, then stir in the tomato puree, ketchup, remaining 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, remaining 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper until the sauce is combined and meatballs are well coated.
- Cover with a tight-fitting lid and transfer to the oven. Bake until the meatballs are cooked through and no longer pink, the rice is tender and poking out and the sauce has reduced slightly, about 50 minutes. Carefully remove from the oven and top with more chopped parsley.
PORCUPINE MEATBALLS IN SAUERKRAUT
Many versions of this recipe exist out there, but this is a 4-2 recipe as well. In this recipe I was looking to use up some frozen meatballs we have had sitting around for a long time.
Provided by David Hawkins
Categories Meat
Time 1h
Yield 2 , 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Defrost meatballs ahead of time by placing in the refrigerator before cooking.
- Heat dutch oven or large sauce pan over medium heat, add oil.
- Add onions to the dutch oven and saute for about 2 minutes.
- Add garlic to the dutch oven and continue to saute for about 1 minute then remove pot from heat.
- Remove onions and garlic to a bowl and set aside.
- Add meatballs to the same pot, using left over oil. Over medium heat, get all meatballs hot to the touch, and possibly brown a bit if desired.
- Add Tomatoes, spices, and sauerkraut and begin to simmer, checking sauce for taste after a few minutes to see if you need any more salt, pepper or other spices.
- Simmer on low for about 25 minutes.
- Serve with root vegetables or rice as you prefer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 88, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 662, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 1.8, Protein 4.2
PORCUPINE MEATBALLS IN CROCK POT!
Easy to make and tasty meal. Meatballs can be made ahead of time and frozen. I hope you like it. Prep time includes chopping the onion and pepper.
Provided by Bekah
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 7h20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine first 7 ingredients, mixing well to combine.
- Shape hamburger mixture into roughly 20-24 meatballs about 1 1/2 inches around.
- Place meatballs in crockpot and pour soup and tomatoes (plus juice from tomatoes) over the meatballs.
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4.
- I usually make the meatballs the night before, or even a week before, then freeze them until ready to use.
- Makes for a real quick preparation time.
- ENJOY!
SAUERKRAUT MEATBALLS
This zesty recipe is a great way to pep up a party! The hot pork sausage and sauerkraut make terrific-tasting meatballs, and the mustard dipping sauce is a nice complement. -Christine Batts, Murray, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield about 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. Stir in sauerkraut and 2 tablespoons bread crumbs; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, parsley, mustard, garlic salt and pepper; stir into sauerkraut mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight. , Shape into 3/4-in. balls; roll in flour. In a small bowl, beat eggs and milk. Dip meatballs into egg mixture, then roll in remaining bread crumbs. In an electric skillet, heat 2 in. of oil to 375°. Fry meatballs until golden brown; drain. Combine mayonnaise and mustard; serve with meatballs. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts :
PORCUPINE MEATBALLS
Great meatballs that have rice in them, and are simmered in a tomato-Worcestershire sauce. Definitely a kid pleaser; these were my all time favorites as a kid, and are to my kids now! All you have to do is cook up a vegetable to go on the side and you have a complete meal.
Provided by ChipotleChick
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 55m
Yield 20 meatballs, 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine ground beef, rice, egg, parsley, onion, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup of the tomato soup. Mix well.
- Shape mixture into about 20 small meatballs.
- Place meatballs in a large skillet.
- Mix rest of soup, water, and Worcestershire in a small bowl; pour over meatballs.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat; cover; and simmer 40 mintes or until meatballs are cooked and rice is soft, stirring often.
PORK BALLS AND SAUERKRAUT
This is an old family recipe brought from the old country by my great grandmother. All you need to do is add mashed potatoes for a complete meal. This either cooks on the stove, or you can cook it in a slow cooker.
Provided by Judy Dick
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Ground Pork Recipes
Time 10h30m
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the pork, onion, rice, egg, salt and ground black pepper. Mix well and form into 2 inch balls.
- For stove: Place one jar of the sauerkraut in a large pot over medium low heat. Then add the pork balls and cover with the other jar of sauerkraut. Simmer over medium low heat for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
- For slow cooker: Place one jar of sauerkraut in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the pork balls and top with the other jar of sauerkraut. Cook on low setting for 8 to 10 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 96.6 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1456 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
GERMAN MEATBALLS WITH SAUERKRAUT
The original version of this recipe came from A Taste of Country cookbook. Prep time includes setting time for meatballs to chill.
Provided by Toby Jermain
Categories Meat
Time 2h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef and pork, onion, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, pepper, garlic, Worcestershire, egg, and milk.
- Shape into 1½" to 2" meatballs, and chill until set.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet, and brown the meatballs on all sides.
- Remove meatballs, and drain fat from pan, leaving browned bits in bottom.
- Add sauerkraut and juice to skillet, and top with meatballs.
- Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until meatballs are done.
- Add water or wine if necessary to keep sauerkraut moist.
- Sprinkle with parsley for garnish.
- Serve with buttered boiled potatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.6, Fat 24.4, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 135.1, Sodium 1863.3, Carbohydrate 19.8, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 4.6, Protein 33.9
MELINDA'S PORCUPINE MEATBALLS
This is, by far, the best recipe for porcupine meatballs I have ever had. This is a recipe that was given to my mom when she married back in 1970. The recipe also includes cooking directions for stovetop cooking or cooking in the oven. Hope you enjoy as much as our family does.
Provided by Melinda S.
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatball Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix the ground beef, rice, 1/2 cup water, onion, salt, celery salt, garlic powder, and black pepper in a bowl. Roll the mixture into 12 meatballs.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the meatballs. Cook meatballs, turning occasionally, until evenly browned. Drain and discard any excess grease. Pour the tomato sauce, 1 cup water, and Worcestershire sauce into the skillet; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until the meatballs are no longer pink in the center and the rice is tender, about 45 minutes. Stir in more water if the sauce becomes too dry.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 68.8 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1414.5 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork. You can also use ground lamb, but it will have a stronger flavor.
- Add some finely chopped vegetables to the meatball mixture, such as onion, carrot, or celery. This will help to keep the meatballs moist and add flavor.
- Use a large pot or Dutch oven to cook the meatballs and sauerkraut. This will give the meatballs plenty of room to brown and cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pot when you're browning the meatballs. If you do, they will steam instead of brown.
- Cook the meatballs until they are browned on all sides and cooked through. This will take about 10-12 minutes.
- Add the sauerkraut, broth, and seasonings to the pot with the meatballs. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, or until the sauerkraut is tender.
- Serve the porcupine meatballs and sauerkraut with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or spaetzle.
Conclusion:
Porcupine meatballs and sauerkraut is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The meatballs are made with a combination of ground beef and pork, and they are simmered in a tangy sauerkraut sauce. The dish is served with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or spaetzle. This dish is sure to warm you up from the inside out.
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