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Savory Meat Balls
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How to Cook Savory Beef Meat Balls

Beef meat balls are tender, flavorful spheres of ground beef blended with spices and ingredients, often served with a savory sauce for a comforting and satisfying dish.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Beef Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: beef meat balls, savory meat balls
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 342kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

  • 1/4 kilo ground beef
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. black ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup turnips chopped
  • 1/4 cup carrots chopped
  • 3 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese
  • 1 pc onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1 pc whole egg

Ingredients for the Coating:

  • 1 pc whole egg
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup cooking oil for frying

Ingredients for the sauce:

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp. red wine
  • 1 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1/8 tsp. black pepper ground

Instructions

How to cook Savory Beef Meat Balls:

  • In a medium sized bowl, combine beef, salt and pepper.
  • Add remaining ingredients (turnip, carrot, parmesan cheese, onion, nutmeg, bread crumbs and whole egg) and mix thoroughly.
  • Shape 2 teaspoons of mixture into balls and arrange in a baking tray.
  • Dip each mixture in beaten egg and roll in bread crumbs.
  • Pan fry in hot oil until golden brown. Serve with warm sauce.
  • To make the sauce, combine all the sauce ingredients: soy sauce, red wine, sugar, salt, garlic and black pepper.
  • Then simmer in a saucepan for 2 minutes or until the sauce thickens.

Notes

Cooking Tips: 

Use Fresh Ground Beef for the Best Flavor

When making beef meat balls, always opt for fresh ground beef with a good balance of fat and lean meat. The fat content ensures the meatballs remain juicy and flavorful, while the lean meat gives them structure. Avoid overly fatty beef, as it can make the meatballs greasy and lose their shape during cooking.

Don’t Overmix the Ingredients

While it’s tempting to keep mixing for an even texture, overmixing can make the meatballs dense and tough. Gently combine the ingredients just until they come together, ensuring the mixture remains light and tender. Remember, the secret to perfectly textured meatballs is a delicate touch.

Sear the Meatballs for Extra Flavor

Pan-frying the meatballs until golden brown creates a flavorful crust that enhances the overall taste. The searing process caramelizes the natural sugars in the beef, adding depth to every bite. After frying, you can finish cooking them in the sauce to keep them moist and infused with even more flavor.