1 kg extra lean minced beef can be replaced with chicken or turkey mince
¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp garlic minced
1 cup bread crumbs
2 eggs whisked
1 ½ tbsp flat leaf parsley finely chopped
1 ½ tsp Himalayan salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 cups marinara sauce or store bought
Directions
What are we cooking today?
The beef meatballs are full of protein, super flavourful and come out very juicy, soft and melt in your mouth.
Getting started
In a large bowl add all ingredients (except olive oil and marinara sauce) and combine until everything is mixed through. Leave some parsley aside for serving.
Shape into 1 inch meatballs.
Heat a large pot or skillet over medium high heat.
Sear meatballs in two batches using 1 tablespoon of olive oil each time. Turn the meatballs about 3 times and cook them 2 minutes per side.
Remove from heat and set aside on a plate. Repeat this process until all meatballs are cooked.
On the same pot or skillet, add the marinara sauce and deglaze until all of the brown bits from the meat blend into the sauce.
Return the meatballs to the pot and cook for an additional 30 to 45 minutes until soft.
Sprinkle with parsley and serve warm.
Annabelle's tips
Meatballs can be served on spaghetti or on their own.
Nutrition
Nutrition
Serving Size
4
per serving
Calories
246
Amount/Serving% Daily Value
Total Fat
11 grams
15%
Cholesterol
109 milligrams
37%
Sodium
536 milligrams
24%
Total Carbohydrate
10 grams
4%
Protein
28 grams
4%
Potassium
57 milligrams
2%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
