Spiced Matzalan Meatballs
Take your taste buds on a journey with these flavorful Spiced Matzalan Meatballs—an irresistible fusion of aromatic spices and tender meat. Made with a savory blend of ground beef and pork, these meatballs are infused with hints of cumin, smoked paprika, and a touch of cinnamon, creating a warm and smoky flavor profile that’s truly unique. Simmered in a rich tomato and chicken broth sauce, these juicy meatballs are oven-baked to perfection for a hassle-free yet impressive dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, serve them over fluffy rice, al dente pasta, or alongside crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce. Ready in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is as easy to make as it is to devour! Keywords: spiced meatballs, oven-baked meatballs, family-friendly dinner, flavorful meatballs recipe, quick weeknight meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 Egg
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup Onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 cups Tomato sauce
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, diced onion, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined but do not overmix.
Shape the meat mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches, turning occasionally, until they are golden on all sides. Transfer the browned meatballs back to the baking sheet.
Combine the tomato sauce, chicken broth, and ground cinnamon in the skillet, scraping up any browned bits to deglaze the pan. Stir well.
Return the meatballs to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over each one.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the meatballs rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve hot over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2419 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 172.1 g | 221% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.2 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 701 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 4520 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 154.9 g | 310% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 261 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1504 mg | 32% | |
*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.
