MEDITERRANEAN MEATBALLS

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 5 to 7 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
5 cloves garlic, diced
1/2 cup dry red wine
Two 28-ounce cans crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped finely
1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped finely
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons chile flakes
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons almonds
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons raisins
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons salt and pepper
1 teaspoon chile flakes
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 egg
1 pound ground beef
1/4 cup cooked rice

Steps:

  • For the sauce: Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add oil, onion and garlic and sweat down until onion starts to give up some liquid, about 5 minutes. Deglaze pan with red wine, then reduce by half. Add tomatoes, parsley, mint, oregano, chile flakes and bay leaf and bring to a simmer. Let simmer about 20 minutes.
  • For the meatballs: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Combine the almonds, parsley, raisins, mint, garlic powder, salt, pepper and chile flakes in a food processor. Pulse until fine. Transfer to a large bowl and add the oil and egg and mix well. Add beef and rice and blend. Portion into golf ball-sized meatballs and put on a sheet pan. Roast until done, 12 to 15 minutes. Pour sauce over meatballs and serve.

Vicky G. Rivera
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I'm always on the lookout for new and exciting recipes, and this one definitely caught my eye. The meatballs were made with a unique blend of spices and herbs, and the sauce was made with fresh tomatoes and red wine. The meatballs were perfectly cook


dylan alexander
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This recipe was so easy to follow and the meatballs turned out incredibly impressive. The meatballs were tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and rich. I served them over mashed potatoes and everyone raved about them. I will definitely be ma


Victory Chukwu
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I was looking for a healthy and delicious meatball recipe and this one definitely fits the bill. The meatballs were made with ground turkey and lots of vegetables, and the sauce was made with fresh tomatoes and herbs. The meatballs were moist and fla


Jaydon Meade
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As a self-proclaimed meatball connoisseur, I have to say that these meatballs are some of the best I've ever had. They were perfectly cooked, moist and flavorful. The sauce was also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Asad Hussain
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I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them! The meatballs were perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


taraq ahmed
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My family loved these meatballs! They were so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I served them over spaghetti and everyone went back for seconds. I will definitely be making this again.


HALLA Chaima
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I was pleasantly surprised at how affordable this recipe was. I was able to make a large batch of meatballs and sauce for less than $20. The meatballs were delicious and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Neville Makoeya
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I'm always looking for quick and easy recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The meatballs were done in under 30 minutes and the sauce was simple to make. The meatballs were tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. I'll definitely be m


Oswaldo Lara
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I love spicy food, so I added some red pepper flakes to the meatballs and sauce. It gave them a nice kick without being overpowering. The meatballs were perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


Alex Hildebrand
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I made a few modifications to make this recipe healthier. I used ground turkey instead of beef and added more vegetables to the sauce. The meatballs were still delicious and the sauce was packed with flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ycvbh Jhvvv
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As a beginner cook, I found this recipe easy to follow and the meatballs turned out perfectly. The sauce was also very tasty. I will definitely be making this again.


Zamzam Sheekh
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I was skeptical at first because I'm not a huge fan of Mediterranean food, but these meatballs changed my mind. They were incredibly flavorful and moist, and the sauce was to die for. I'll definitely be making these again.


JUSTINE KAGGA
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These meatballs were a hit at my dinner party! Everyone raved about how flavorful and juicy they were. I especially loved the combination of spices and herbs in the sauce.