Mini Meatballs
Mini meatballs are the ultimate bite-sized delights that are perfect for any occasion. These tender, flavorful morsels are easy to make and guaranteed to impress your family and friends. With a savory glaze and a burst of flavor in every bite, they can be served as appetizers or paired with pasta for a hearty meal. Get ready for compliments and second helpings!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 mini meatballs (6 servings) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 1 cup plain or Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about two tablespoons each.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the meatballs on all sides until golden brown.
- (Optional) Add marinara sauce to the skillet and simmer for an additional 10 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot with toothpicks or over pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 502mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 70mg