Speedy Mince Meatballs Recipe: Your Quick Weeknight Solution

This speedy mince meatballs recipe delivers incredible flavor in record time. Imagine the rich aroma filling your kitchen as these tender, juicy meatballs simmer. Their perfectly balanced texture, crispy on the outside and moist within, makes them an instant family favorite.

Speedy Mince Meatballs Recipe: Your Quick Weeknight Solution

Recipe by Chef HarperCourse: Main CourseCuisine: Global ComfortDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Calories

450

kcal

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) Lean ground beef (mince)

• 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs

• 1 large Egg

• 1/4 cup Onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves Garlic, minced

• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 tsp Dried oregano

• 1/2 tsp Salt

• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

• 2 tbsp Olive oil

• 1.5 cups Tomato sauce or marinara

Directions

• In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, grated Parmesan, fresh parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to mix until just combined, avoiding overworking the meat.
• Form the mixture into small, uniform meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. This should yield approximately 18-20 meatballs. Perfectly balanced, they will cook evenly.
• Heat olive oil in a large skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Carefully add the meatballs, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Brown them on all sides until a beautiful golden crust forms.
• Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour the tomato sauce over the browned meatballs. Cover the pan and let them simmer for 15-20 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully and ensures the meatballs are cooked through and wonderfully tender.
• Uncover the pan, stir gently, and serve immediately. Garnish with extra fresh parsley or Parmesan, if desired. Furthermore, these are excellent with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.

Notes

• Chef’s Secret: For extra tender meatballs, soak the breadcrumbs in a tablespoon or two of milk for a few minutes before adding them to the mixture. This adds moisture and ensures a softer texture.
• Storage: Leftover speedy mince meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. They also freeze well in sauce for up to 3 months.
• Substitution: Feel free to swap ground beef for ground turkey or lamb for a different flavor profile. Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version.

We hope you thoroughly enjoy this speedy mince meatballs recipe, a true game-changer for busy weeknights. Its simplicity paired with robust flavors makes it an instant classic. Furthermore, these quick ground beef meatballs are incredibly versatile, pairing wonderfully with various sides and sauces. They offer a comforting, satisfying meal every time.

If you loved making these, perhaps you’d like to explore other delightful ground beef dishes, such as our Hearty Ground Beef Stroganoff Recipe, or try a different take on meat-based meals with our flavorful Italian Meatloaf with Marinara and Mozzarella. For those who enjoy shaping their protein, our Garlic Herb Chicken Meatballs offer a lighter alternative. For more culinary inspiration, consider delving into the history and variations of meatballs on Wikipedia, or find more mince recipes on BBC Good Food. Additionally, discover a plethora of ground beef ideas at Allrecipes to keep your kitchen exciting.