Soy-Free Classic Meatballs with Tomato Sauce
Elevate your comfort food game with these Soy-Free Classic Meatballs with Tomato Sauce, a heartwarming blend of tender ground beef and pork complemented by a rich tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, dried oregano, and basil. Perfectly seasoned and free from soy-based fillers, these meatballs achieve their melt-in-your-mouth texture from a breadcrumb-and-milk mixture, while a touch of Parmesan adds a savory finish. Searing the meatballs before simmering them in the fragrant tomato sauce ensures a robust flavor in every bite. Ready in just over an hour, this crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for pairing with pasta, crusty bread, or a fresh salad for a satisfying meal. Easy to make and filled with wholesome ingredients, these soy-free meatballs are a must for family dinners or special occasions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground beef
- 250 grams Ground pork
- 60 grams Bread crumbs
- 120 milliliters Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 800 grams Crushed tomatoes, canned
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Oregano, dried
- 1 teaspoon Basil, dried
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine bread crumbs and milk. Allow the bread crumbs to soak for about 5 minutes.
Add the ground beef, ground pork, egg, Parmesan cheese, 1 minced garlic clove, salt, and pepper to the soaked bread crumbs. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are combined well.
Shape the mixture into 16-18 meatballs using your hands, each about the size of a golf ball. Set aside on a plate.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and remaining minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes soft and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes into the skillet. Bring to a simmer and let it cook, uncovered, for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In another large skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 5 minutes total.
Once browned, transfer the meatballs into the tomato sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let them simmer in the sauce for an additional 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2914 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 193.3 g | 248% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.4 g | 347% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 840 mg | 280% | |
| Sodium | 4983 mg | 217% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.0 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.5 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.0 g | ||
| Protein | 192.7 g | 385% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 948 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 23.5 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 3824 mg | 81% | |
*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.
