Brazilian recipe
Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs (Almôndegas recheadas com queijo)
These easy, homemade, soft-textured meatballs feature a molten cheese centre and are perfect for a quick, comforting lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
30g Queijo fresco, cut into small cubes
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tsp dried oregano
100g lean minced beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt to taste
1 tbsp plain flour
1/2 can tomato sauce (passata)
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tsp dried oregano
100g lean minced beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt to taste
1 tbsp plain flour
1/2 can tomato sauce (passata)
Where to find ingredients
You can find lean minced beef, fresh onions, garlic, and fresh herbs in the fresh produce and meat aisles of any local supermarket. For the 'queijo fresco', look in the world food or speciality cheese section of larger supermarkets, or check local independent Brazilian or Portuguese grocers.
Preparation method
- Toss the cheese cubes with the oregano and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the minced beef, chopped onion, crushed garlic, chopped parsley, and salt.
- Gradually add the flour, kneading the mixture until it becomes a cohesive, workable dough.
- 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 and roll into neat balls.
- Arrange the meatballs on a baking tray and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, heat the tomato sauce in a small saucepan.
- Serve the meatballs hot, generously drizzled with the warm tomato sauce.
Observations
Cheese-stuffed meatballs are a versatile and delicious dish, ideal for those seeking a practical yet flavourful meal. This recipe combines the succulence of minced beef with a creamy, melted cheese core, resulting in irresistible meatballs. When served with a classic tomato sauce, they become an excellent choice for a busy weekday meal or an informal gathering with friends and family.
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