Spicy Rice Meat Balls
Get ready to elevate your dinner game with these flavorful Spicy Rice Meatballs! Combining tender ground beef, hearty cooked rice, and a medley of bold spices like red chili powder and ground cumin, this recipe delivers a burst of heat and comfort in every bite. These meatballs are seared to perfection, then simmered in a rich, tangy tomato sauce to lock in their savory, spicy goodness. With fresh parsley adding a touch of brightness, these meatballs are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a crowd-pleasing party appetizer, this easy-to-make dish comes together in just 45 minutes. Serve them atop a bed of rice, with crusty bread for dipping, or simply enjoy on their own—either way, these meatballs are sure to become a new household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground beef
- 1 cup Cooked white rice
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Tomato sauce
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cooked white rice, egg, breadcrumbs, red chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and fresh parsley. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Using your hands, form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs. You should get approximately 12-15 meatballs.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, place the meatballs in the skillet, ensuring they are not crowded. Sear the meatballs for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are browned evenly. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the tomato sauce and water. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Carefully place the browned meatballs back into the skillet, ensuring they are coated with the sauce.
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce on low heat for 15 minutes, ensuring they are cooked through and infused with the spicy tomato flavor.
Remove the skillet from heat and allow the meatballs to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the spicy rice meatballs warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired. They pair perfectly with a fresh salad or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
570 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.7 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.7 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 131 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 1192 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 28.0 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 550 mg | 12% | |
*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.
