Crispy Homemade Beef Meatballs
Juicy, golden-fried beef meatballs seasoned with fresh parsley and mint, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. A crowd-pleasing comfort dish that comes together with everyday pantry staples.
🛒 Ingredients
20 servings
- 1 slice of day-old bread
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) warm water
- 2.2 lbs (1 kg) ground beef
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 large egg
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley and mint, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- Vegetable oil, for frying
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Directions
- 1
Place the day-old bread in a large bowl, pour over the warm water and let it soak for 5 minutes until fully absorbed. Gently squeeze out any excess liquid.
- 2
Add the ground beef, egg, chopped onion, parsley, mint, and flour to the bowl. Season well with salt and pepper, then mix thoroughly until you have a firm, uniform mixture.
- 3
With lightly dampened palms, shape the mixture into walnut-sized balls (about 1.5 oz / 40 g each). Place on a plate and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
- 4
Heat a generous layer of oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the meatballs in small batches, turning regularly, for 5–6 minutes until evenly browned and cooked through.
- 5
Drain on paper towels and serve hot with a crisp green salad or a simple tomato sauce on the side.
💡 Chef's Tip
Chilling the mixture before shaping helps the meatballs hold together better during frying. For extra flavour, add a pinch of smoked paprika or swap the mint for fresh thyme.
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