Spicy Italian Meatballs
Elevate your dinner table with these irresistible Spicy Italian Meatballs, a bold and flavorful twist on a classic comfort food. Made with a perfect blend of ground beef and pork, these tender meatballs are packed with umami from grated Parmesan, fresh parsley, and garlic, while crushed red pepper flakes bring a fiery kick. Simmered to perfection in a rich marinara sauce, these meatballs stay moist and bursting with flavor. The quick prep and straightforward technique make them an ideal weeknight dinner option or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve them over al dente spaghetti, nestled in a crusty sub roll, or enjoy on their own for a hearty, protein-packed meal. Perfect for lovers of Italian cuisine, this dish is destined to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 0.5 lb Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tbsp Milk
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, milk, minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, parsley, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Using clean hands, gently mix the ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatballs tough.
Form the mixture into meatballs, each about 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a plate or tray. You should have approximately 16 meatballs.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the meatballs to the skillet in a single layer (you may need to work in batches) and brown them on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. The meatballs do not need to be fully cooked at this stage.
Once browned, transfer the meatballs to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, carefully pour in the marinara sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan for extra flavor.
Return the meatballs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
Serve the spicy Italian meatballs hot, garnished with additional chopped parsley if desired. Pair them with spaghetti, crusty bread, or enjoy on their own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2735 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.7 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.9 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 787 mg | 262% | |
| Sodium | 5050 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.9 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 170.6 g | 341% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 752 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1356 mg | 29% | |
*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.
