Best 5 Perfect Meatballs Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

**Perfect Meatballs: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors and Textures**

In the culinary world, meatballs reign supreme as a delectable dish that transcends cultures and cuisines. These succulent spheres of ground meat, seasoned with an aromatic symphony of herbs and spices, offer a delightful symphony of flavors and textures. From the classic Italian polpette to the exotic Middle Eastern kofta, meatballs have captivated taste buds for centuries. Our curated collection of meatball recipes will take you on a global culinary adventure, showcasing a diverse array of meatballs that cater to every palate. With options ranging from traditional beef and pork meatballs to innovative vegetarian and vegan alternatives, our recipes cater to all dietary preferences and culinary inclinations. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey where meatballs take center stage, tantalizing your taste buds with their irresistible charm and delectable flavors.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ALWAYS PERFECT SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



Always Perfect Sweet and Sour Meatballs image

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

1 lb ground beef
garlic powder
onion powder
1 egg
1/4 cup matzo meal
12 ounces chili sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice

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



Perfect Meatballs image

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

1 lb 90% lean ground beef
1 onion, grated
3 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt, large grained
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 egg
1/4 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
3 tablespoons dried basil or 5 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon pesto sauce, store-bought
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons olive oil, for sauteing

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



Just Perfect Turkey Swedish Meatballs image

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

16 ounces of seasoned ground turkey
1 cup soft breadcrumbs
1/3 cup milk
1 large egg white
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional)

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



Perfect Turkey Meatballs image

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

16 ounces lean turkey breast, ground
1/2 cup fresh breadcrumb
1 large egg, beaten
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon gingerroot, grated
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon oil, for browning

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



Perfect Turkey Meatballs image

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

1 lb ground turkey
3/4 c italian bread crumbs
1 large egg
1/8 c parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 pinch garlic powder
2 pinch onion powder
1 Tbsp italian seasoning
1 c italian bread crumbs, for rolling
1/8 c extra virgin olive oil
1 c chicken broth

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 beef and pork: This will give your meatballs a more flavorful and juicy texture.
  • Soak your bread in milk before adding it to the meatball mixture: This will help to bind the meatballs together and prevent them from becoming dry.
  • Add an egg to the meatball mixture: This will also help to bind the meatballs together and add richness.
  • Season the meatball mixture well: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
  • Brown the meatballs in a pan before baking them: This will help to develop their flavor and give them a crispy crust.
  • Bake the meatballs in a sauce: This will help to keep them moist and flavorful.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite pasta, rice, or vegetables: They're also great as an appetizer.

Conclusion:

These perfect meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're perfect for a weeknight dinner, a party, or a special occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make the best meatballs that will be the star of any meal.

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #time-to-make     #main-ingredient     #preparation     #beef     #ground-beef     #meat     #4-hours-or-less

Related Topics