Brazilian recipe
Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs (Almôndegas recheadas com queijo)
These tender, flavourful homemade meatballs feature a creamy cheese centre, making them a perfect pick for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.
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Ingredients
30 g fresh queijo fresco, cubed
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tsp dried oregano
100 g lean ground beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt to taste
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 can tomato sauce
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tsp dried oregano
100 g lean ground beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt to taste
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 can tomato sauce
Where to find ingredients
You can find lean ground beef, fresh parsley, and pantry staples like onions, garlic, and flour at any local grocery store. For the queijo fresco, look in the specialty cheese section or your local Hispanic or Brazilian grocer. If unavailable, a firm mozzarella or a mild feta can serve as a substitute.
Preparation method
- Season the cubed queijo fresco with oregano and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, crushed garlic, fresh parsley, and salt.
- Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour, mixing until you achieve a smooth, workable meat mixture.
- Take small portions of the meat mixture, flatten each in the palm of your hand, and place a seasoned cheese cube in the centre.
- Carefully seal the meat around the cheese, rolling it between your palms to form a uniform meatball.
- Arrange the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- While the meatballs are in the oven, warm the tomato sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Serve the meatballs warm, drizzled generously with the heated tomato sauce.
Observations
Cheese-stuffed meatballs are a versatile and comforting dish, ideal for those seeking a practical yet flavourful meal. This recipe combines the savoury goodness of ground beef with a molten cheese heart, resulting in irresistible, juicy bites. Served alongside a classic tomato sauce, they make an excellent main course for busy days or casual gatherings with family and friends.
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