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Homemade Meatballs: Easy and Delicious Recipe

Prepare juicy and crispy meatball bites, perfect for snacking. A simple and traditional recipe with Brazilian seasonings that everyone will love.

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Homemade Meatballs: Easy and Delicious Recipe

Ingredients

2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
1 egg
Oil for frying
Salt to taste
2 to 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or until dough holds together)
500 g ground meat
1/2 onion, chopped or grated
Black pepper to taste
1/2 chopped tomato, peeled (optional)
Chopped cilantro or parsley to taste

Where to find ingredients

Ground meat can be found at any butcher shop or supermarket meat counter. Choose a cut with some fat for juicier meatballs.
Onions, garlic, tomatoes, cilantro, parsley, eggs, salt, pepper, and all-purpose flour are common pantry staples found in any supermarket.
Vegetable oil for frying is available in the cooking oil aisle of any supermarket.

Preparation method

  1. In a large bowl, place the ground meat
  2. Add the onion, garlic, tomato (if using), cilantro or parsley, salt, and black pepper to the meat
  3. Mix all seasonings into the meat well to ensure even distribution
  4. Add the egg and 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour to the mixture
  5. Mix again until you get a dough that can be shaped
  6. If the dough is too wet and difficult to shape, gradually add more all-purpose flour until it is moldable and does not stick to your hands
  7. Shape small balls or slightly flattened meatballs, ensuring similar sizes so they fry evenly
  8. Heat a generous amount of oil in a deep pot or frying pan over medium heat
  9. To test the oil temperature, drop a small piece of the dough
  10. If the dough piece rises to the surface and bubbles slowly, the oil is at the ideal temperature
  11. Fry the meatballs submerged in oil, over medium heat, until they are golden brown on the outside and cooked through on the inside
  12. Avoid placing too many meatballs in the pan at once so as not to lower the oil temperature and compromise crispiness
  13. Remove the fried meatballs and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil before serving

Observations

Meatball bites are a beloved snack in Brazilian cuisine, ideal for parties, barbecues, or simply for a snack.

This recipe uses quality ground meat, seasoned with fresh ingredients like onion, garlic, cilantro or parsley, ensuring an authentic and bold flavor.

The preparation is simple, resulting in tender meatballs on the inside with a crispy crust after frying. They are perfect to accompany a drink or serve as an appetizer.

With clear instructions and few ingredients, you'll easily make delicious meatballs at home.
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