Meat and Potatoes Meatballs Recipe
Overview
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Recipe Category: Meat
Keywords: < 60 Mins, Stove Top
Servings: 8
Description
Simple and satisfying — thanks to my friend and colleague, Naomi, who gave me this recipe. Pop ’em in your mouth and let me know if they aren’t good…
Ingredients
- 1 potato, finely grated
- 1 onion, finely grated
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt (optional, not included in the original list)
- Oil for frying
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: 185.2
- Total Fat: 9.8g
- Saturated Fat: 3.7g
- Cholesterol: 91.4mg
- Sodium: 59.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 10.4g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugars: 1.3g
- Protein: 13.3g
Instructions
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Finely grate the potato and onion.
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Mixing:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potato, onion, ground beef, minced garlic, beaten eggs, and chopped parsley. Mix well until thoroughly combined. You can use your hands or a mixer for this step.
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Form Meatballs:
- Roll the meat mixture into small balls, about the size of a teaspoon to a tablespoon each. Flatten them slightly to form patties.
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Frying:
- Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place a layer of meatballs/patties into the pan.
- Fry for approximately 5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. You may need to adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of your meatballs.
- If your frying pan is large enough, you can cook them all in 2 or 3 batches. If it’s smaller, you might need to change the oil halfway through frying to prevent the later batches from becoming too brown before they’re cooked inside.
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Serve:
- Once cooked, remove the meatballs/patties from the pan and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve hot as is, or with your favorite sauce or side dishes.
Tips
- These meatballs can be served as appetizers, party snacks, or as a main dish with a side of vegetables or salad.
- Experiment with adding different spices or herbs to the meat mixture for varied flavors.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for longer storage.
Enjoy these hearty meat and potatoes meatballs, perfect for any occasion where you need a delicious and satisfying dish!
