Italian Style Meatball Recipe
Savor the flavors of Italy with this irresistible Italian Style Meatball Recipe, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Made with a savory blend of ground beef and pork, Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, these meatballs are seasoned to perfection with garlic, parsley, and oregano. The secret to their tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture lies in adding a touch of milk and gently mixing the ingredients. After being pan-seared to golden-brown perfection, the meatballs are simmered in marinara sauce for a flavor boost that’s simply unforgettable. Serve these juicy, flavorful meatballs over pasta, in a warm sandwich roll, or as appetizers for any crowd-pleasing event. Easy to make and incredibly versatile, this recipe delivers classic Italian comfort food in under 40 minutes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 0.5 lb Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-seasoned)
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Add the milk to the mixture and gently mix with your hands until the ingredients are just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure tender meatballs.
Using your hands or a small scoop, form the mixture into evenly-sized meatballs (about 1.5 inches in diameter). Place them onto a plate or baking sheet.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the meatballs in the skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
Cook the meatballs for 2–3 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides. This step locks in their juices and enhances flavor.
Transfer the browned meatballs to a plate, then add them to your favorite marinara or tomato sauce to finish cooking. Simmer in the sauce for 10–12 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked (internal temperature of 160°F).
Serve the meatballs hot over cooked pasta, in a sandwich roll, or as an appetizer with a side of marinara for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2275 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.1 g | 232% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.8 g | 319% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 767 mg | 256% | |
| Sodium | 3268 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.7 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 151.0 g | 302% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 461 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1334 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value 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.
