MINI MEATBALLS IN SAFFRON SAUCE

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Categories     Pork     Sauté     Veal     Saffron     White Wine     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 32

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ounces ground pork
8 ounces ground veal
4 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large egg, beaten to blend
1 1/2-inch-thick slice French bread, crust removed, soaked in water 3 minutes and squeezed dry
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
All purpose flour
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon Hungarian sweet paprika
1 cup (or more) low-salt chicken broth
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/4 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads

Steps:

  • Mix pork, veal, 1 tablespoon parsley, half of garlic, egg, bread, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in medium bowl to blend. Shape meat mixture into 1-inch balls. Dust meatballs with flour. Set aside.
  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add meatballs and sauté until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer meatballs to plate. Add onion to skillet; reduce heat to medium and sauté until tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in paprika, then 1 cup broth and wine. Return meatballs with any accumulated juices to skillet. Bring to simmer. Cover and cook until meatballs are tender, about 25 minutes. Uncover; add 2 tablespoons parsley, remaining garlic, and saffron. Simmer until sauce thickens, turning meatballs occasionally, about 10 minutes. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly, then cover and refrigerate. Bring to simmer, thinning with broth if necessary.)
  • Place meatballs with sauce on platter. Top with 1 tablespoon parsley.

Thembisile Mteshane
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This dish is a must-try for any fan of Persian cuisine.


Carla Nakhle
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I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves meatballs and saffron.


Kenneth Welch
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I will definitely be adding it to my regular rotation.


Hendrietta Nkabinde
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the meatballs and the sauce.


Aderonke Ajoke
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This was a great recipe for a special occasion. The meatballs were elegant and the sauce was very flavorful.


Joseph Martinez
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Loved the flavors in this dish. The saffron really made the sauce special.


Samuel Jenkins
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This dish was amazing! I will definitely be making it again.


Reda Ell19
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Osama Afghan
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This recipe was a disaster! The meatballs fell apart and the sauce was watery.


AMaya Patron
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I didn't like this dish at all. The meatballs were tough and the sauce was bland.


Amar Majhi
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This dish was okay, but I've had better. The meatballs were a bit bland and the sauce was a bit too sweet.


Mila Berry
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The meatballs were a bit dry, but the sauce was delicious. I would try cooking the meatballs for a shorter amount of time next time.


Anthony Otis
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This dish was a bit too rich for my taste, but the flavors were good. I think I would try using a different type of meat next time.


Steven Paul
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Loved this recipe! The meatballs were so tender and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Loreen Dustyhorn
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This was a great recipe! The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Braydon Tougas
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The meatballs were so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


CAPTAIN PRICE
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The meatballs were juicy and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.


Md Ishak Islam Rubel
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The saffron gives the sauce a beautiful color and a slightly floral taste. The meatballs are also very flavorful, and the pistachios add a nice crunch.


arbab raja
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These mini meatballs in saffron sauce were a hit at my dinner party! The meatballs were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this dish again.