Mini Pork and Apple Meat Loaves
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 501.6 per serving
Rating: 4.5 (6 reviews)
Description:
These mini pork and apple meat loaves are a delightful twist on the classic meatloaf, perfect for any meal. They can be enjoyed hot or cold, making them versatile for lunchboxes or quick dinners. The addition of apple adds a hint of sweetness, complementing the savory pork. This recipe is quick to prepare and can be easily adjusted to smaller portions using smaller muffin tins.
Ingredients:
- 500g ground pork
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 1 apple, peeled and grated
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Barbecue sauce (for topping)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to moderate heat and lightly grease four holes of a 1-cup capacity muffin pan.
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Mixing the Meatloaf:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, finely chopped onion, grated apple, parsley, minced garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together thoroughly using your hands, ensuring all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
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Forming the Mini Loaves:
- Press the meat mixture firmly into the prepared muffin pan holes, ensuring they are evenly filled and compacted.
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Baking:
- Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the mini meat loaves are partially cooked through.
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Final Baking with Barbecue Sauce:
- Carefully turn out the partially cooked meat loaves onto a greased oven tray, draining away any excess juices that may have accumulated.
- Spread barbecue sauce evenly over the tops of each mini meat loaf.
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Finishing Touch:
- Return the meat loaves to the hot oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the tops are nicely browned and the meat is cooked through.
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Serving:
- Once cooked, serve the mini pork and apple meat loaves hot, or allow them to cool and serve cold as desired. They reheat well, making them ideal for leftovers or packed lunches.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 501.6 kcal
- Fat: 29.3g
- Saturated Fat: 10.6g
- Cholesterol: 136.7mg
- Sodium: 419.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 31.5g
- Fiber: 2.4g
- Sugars: 10.1g
- Protein: 26.6g
Keywords:
Apple, Fruit, Meat, Less than 60 Minutes, Easy
These mini pork and apple meat loaves are a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors, making them a hit for family meals or gatherings. The recipe’s simplicity and adaptability ensure that even novice cooks can create a delicious dish that’s sure to impress. Whether served hot with sides or cold in a lunchbox, these mini meat loaves are bound to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
