Crispy Homemade Meatballs
Golden on the outside and tender on the inside, these homemade meatballs come together in just 30 minutes with everyday pantry staples. They work beautifully as a main dish or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce, rice, or a fresh salad.
🛒 Ingredients
15 servings
- 250 g (9 oz) raw ground beef or mixed beef-pork
- 1 large egg
- 4 tablespoons breadcrumbs
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ small onion, finely chopped
- Fresh parsley, salt and black pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
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Directions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, onion and parsley. Season with salt and pepper and mix until the mixture is fully uniform.
- 2
Adjust the texture to your liking: add an extra tablespoon of breadcrumbs for firmer meatballs, or use slightly less for a softer, juicier bite.
- 3
With lightly oiled hands, roll the mixture into walnut-sized balls.
- 4
Heat a generous layer of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the meatballs, turning regularly, for 8–10 minutes until evenly browned on all sides.
- 5
Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.
💡 Chef's Tip
To check doneness, cut one meatball open — no pink should remain inside. For a lighter version, bake at 200 °C (390 °F) for about 20 minutes instead of frying.
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