Best 6 All Star Pork Meatballs Recipes

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**Pork meatballs, a delectable dish enjoyed worldwide, are a versatile culinary creation that can be tailored to suit various palates and preferences. These bite-sized spheres of seasoned ground pork are often combined with an array of herbs, spices, and other ingredients to create a flavorful and satisfying meal. Whether simmered in a rich tomato sauce, baked in the oven with a crispy crust, or grilled to perfection on skewers, pork meatballs offer a delightful experience. This article presents a collection of all-star pork meatball recipes that are guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds. From classic Italian meatballs to innovative Asian-inspired creations, these recipes cater to a wide range of culinary tastes and skill levels. Get ready to embark on a delicious journey as we explore the world of pork meatballs, discovering new flavor combinations and cooking techniques that will make your taste buds sing.**

**Recipes included in this article:**

* **Classic Italian Meatballs:** Experience the timeless flavors of traditional Italian meatballs, simmered in a rich tomato sauce and served over spaghetti or polenta.

* **Swedish Meatballs:** Savor the iconic Swedish meatballs, featuring a blend of ground pork and beef, cooked in a creamy gravy and served with mashed potatoes and lingonberry jam.

* **Greek Meatballs (Soutzoukakia):** Indulge in the savory flavors of Greek meatballs, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices, grilled to perfection and served with a refreshing tzatziki sauce.

* **Moroccan Meatballs (Kefta):** Embark on a culinary adventure with Moroccan meatballs, infused with a vibrant blend of North African spices and herbs, cooked in a rich tomato and vegetable sauce.

* **Asian Pork Meatballs:** Discover the delightful fusion of Asian flavors in these pork meatballs, featuring a combination of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, served with a sweet and tangy dipping sauce.

* **Pork Meatball Soup:** Warm up with a hearty and flavorful pork meatball soup, featuring tender meatballs simmered in a rich broth with vegetables and herbs.

* **Baked Pork Meatballs with Sweet and Sour Sauce:** Experience a tantalizing combination of sweet and sour flavors in these baked pork meatballs, coated in a sticky and tangy sauce, perfect for a party appetizer or a fun family meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PORK MEATBALLS



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This recipe is one of my favorites. My mom used to make the moist, flavorful meatballs often, and they were part of our traditional dinner on Shrove Tuesday, served with homemade gnocchi. -Joan Newberry, Indiana, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg, lightly beaten
1 slice bread, crumbled
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 pound ground pork
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble meat over mixture and mix well. Shape into ten 2-in. balls. , In a saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Place meatballs in the broth. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Turn the meatballs; cook 15 minutes long or until a thermometer reads 160°. Remove with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Fat 33g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 235mg cholesterol, Sodium 1731mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 43g protein.

ALL-STAR PORK MEATBALLS



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Serve these meatballs as a main course or serve smaller portions as an appetizer. From SperkPeople.com NUTRITION INFO Calories: 287 Fat: 16.4 g Carbohydrates: 13.8 g Protein: 20.7 g

Provided by BurtonFanatic

Categories     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground pork
1 tablespoon onion flakes
3/4 cup crushed corn flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 egg
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, combine ground pork, onion flakes, corn flakes, salt, pepper and egg.
  • In a small bowl stir together ketchup, brown sugar and dry mustard. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the ketchup mixture into the pork and mix well.
  • Spray muffin tin with vegetable cooking spray. Form 6 meatballs and place in muffin tin. Coat the top of each meatball with the remaining ketchup mixture.
  • Bake for 30 minutes at 375 degrees F., until nicely browned and glazed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.9, Fat 16.8, SaturatedFat 6.1, Cholesterol 106.4, Sodium 400.3, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 9.7, Protein 21.1

CHEF JOHN'S ITALIAN MEATBALLS



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Homemade meatballs are a very easy to make, and since we skip the very messy step of pan-frying these before they hit the sauce, it becomes downright simple. Here I use a standard half-beef/half-pork mixture. You can substitute water or beef broth for the milk, if preferred.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 2h15m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 14

⅓ cup plain bread crumbs
½ cup milk
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
2 eggs
¼ bunch fresh parsley, chopped
3 cloves garlic, crushed
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cover a baking sheet with foil and spray lightly with cooking spray.
  • Soak bread crumbs in milk in a small bowl for 20 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onions in hot oil until translucent, about 20 minutes.
  • Mix beef and pork together in a large bowl. Stir onions, bread crumb mixture, eggs, parsley, garlic, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, Italian herb seasoning, and Parmesan cheese into meat mixture with a rubber spatula until combined. Cover and refrigerate for about one hour.
  • Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Using wet hands, form meat mixture into balls about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Arrange onto prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 32.3 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 192.1 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

PORK MEATBALLS



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Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 20 to 25 meatballs, approximately

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 pounds ground pork (lean but not too lean), cut from the pork shoulder
Kosher salt
2 teaspoons chili flakes
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
2 eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
2/3 cup tightly packed curly parsley leaves with stems, washed, dried and chopped
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 cup bread crumbs, toasted
1/4 to 1/2 cup vegetable oil, plus 1 tablespoon for testing
My Mother's Marinara Sauce, recipe follows
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 large yellow onions, peeled, halved and diced
10 cloves garlic, peeled, halved and cut into thin slices
2 to 3 teaspoons red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
Kosher salt
3 medium carrots, peeled and grated
One 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
4 cups water, divided, plus more as needed
1 cup basil leaves, washed
Freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Add the meat to a large bowl, spread it out and season with salt, to taste. Add the remaining ingredients leaving the bread crumbs until last. Mix until all the ingredients are combined. Create a small patty and test it in a small saute pan in 1 tablespoon of oil. When browned on both sides, taste and re-season the meat mixture, if needed. Roll the mixture into about 20 to 25 or so balls that are about 2 inches in diameter.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat. When the oil begins to smoke lightly, shut off the heat to avoid splattering, add the meatballs in a single layer and spread them somewhat apart so they have a chance to brown instead of steam. You may need to do this in batches. Brown the meatballs, over high heat, turning them so they brown all around. Treat them like hamburgers and cook them until they are medium-rare, about 3 to 5 minutes. Touch them to make sure they are still tender in the center. Use a slotted spoon or spatula to remove them from the pan to a tray and cook off the remaining balls, if needed.
  • Add the meatballs to the hot tomato sauce and allow them to bubble slightly and simmer over very low heat for a few minutes. Shut off the heat and allow the mixture to rest for a few additional minutes before serving.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, the garlic, red pepper flakes, and sugar and season with salt, to taste. Stir in the carrots and re-season with salt. Cook for about 2 minutes, and then add canned tomatoes. Use a wooden spoon to break up some of the whole tomatoes and cook over medium heat, stirring from time to time, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add half of the water to prevent the veggies from getting too dry and continue cooking another 10 minutes. Taste for seasoning. The tomatoes should be fairly broken down and the flavors coming together. Add remaining water, as needed, and cook for an additional 10 minutes. The sauce cooks about as long as it takes to make the meatballs from start to finish, about 45 minutes. Stir in the basil leaves and season with Parmesan.

ALL-STAR PORK MEATBALLS



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Serve these meatballs as a main course or serve smaller portions as an appetizer. Recipe courtesy of National Pork Board. For more recipes and ideas, please check out www.TheOtherWhiteMeat.com

Categories     Beef/Pork

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground pork
1 tablespoon onion flakes
3/4 cup crushed corn flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 egg
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, combine ground pork, onion flakes, corn flakes, salt, pepper and egg.
  • In a small bowl stir together ketchup, brown sugar and dry mustard. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the ketchup mixture into the pork and mix well.
  • Spray muffin tin with vegetable cooking spray. Form 6 meatballs and place in muffin tin. Coat the top of each meatball with the remaining ketchup mixture.
  • Bake for 30 minutes at 375 degrees F., until nicely browned and glazed.
  • Serves 6 (about 2.5 ounce servings)

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving Calories 287.4 Total Fat

THE BEST MEATBALLS



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I never knew how to make good meatballs until I found this recipe. I normally make mine with just ground beef and they still taste great. I've used the combination of pork, beef and veal and they are equally good. Definitely use fresh bread crumbs and freshly grate your cheese instead of using the canned variety...it really does make a difference.

Provided by Geanine

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
½ pound ground veal
½ pound ground pork
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 eggs
1 cup freshly grated Romano cheese
1 ½ tablespoons chopped Italian flat leaf parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups stale Italian bread, crumbled
1 ½ cups lukewarm water
1 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine beef, veal, and pork in a large bowl. Add garlic, eggs, cheese, parsley, salt and pepper.
  • Blend bread crumbs into meat mixture. Slowly add the water 1/2 cup at a time. The mixture should be very moist but still hold its shape if rolled into meatballs. (I usually use about 1 1/4 cups of water). Shape into meatballs.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Fry meatballs in batches. When the meatball is very brown and slightly crisp remove from the heat and drain on a paper towel. (If your mixture is too wet, cover the meatballs while they are cooking so that they hold their shape better.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 613.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 148.6 mg, Fat 53.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 333.1 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground pork and ground beef. This will give the meatballs a more flavorful and juicy texture.
  • Soak the bread crumbs in milk before adding them to the meatball mixture. This will help to bind the meatballs together and prevent them from becoming dry.
  • Season the meatball mixture liberally with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. This will help to give the meatballs a delicious flavor.
  • Brown the meatballs in a skillet before baking them. This will help to give them a crispy outer crust and juicy interior.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce. Some popular options include marinara sauce, sweet and sour sauce, or barbecue sauce.

Conclusion:

These all-star pork meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or a simple weeknight meal. With their flavorful combination of pork, beef, and seasonings, these meatballs are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying dish, give these all-star pork meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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