Brazilian recipe
Cheesy Stuffed Meatballs
Easy recipe for homemade meatballs stuffed with fresh cheese, tender and flavourful, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
30g fresh cheese, cubed
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
100g lean ground meat
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp chopped parsley
Salt to taste
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 can tomato sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
100g lean ground meat
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp chopped parsley
Salt to taste
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 can tomato sauce
Where to find ingredients
Fresh cheese can be found in most supermarkets in the dairy section. Look for 'fresh cheese' or 'feta cheese' if a direct equivalent isn't available, though the texture might vary slightly.
Garlic, oregano, ground meat, onions, parsley, salt, flour, and tomato sauce are standard grocery items available in all local supermarkets and neighbourhood shops.
For best results, use lean ground beef or a mix of beef and pork. If you can't find 'fresh cheese' specifically, a mild feta or even small cubes of mozzarella could work as a substitute, though they will melt differently.
Garlic, oregano, ground meat, onions, parsley, salt, flour, and tomato sauce are standard grocery items available in all local supermarkets and neighbourhood shops.
For best results, use lean ground beef or a mix of beef and pork. If you can't find 'fresh cheese' specifically, a mild feta or even small cubes of mozzarella could work as a substitute, though they will melt differently.
Preparation method
- Season the cheese cubes with oregano and set aside
- In a bowl, mix the ground meat, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and salt
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing well until you get a homogeneous mixture with a good consistency
- Take small portions of the meat mixture, flatten them in your palm, and place a seasoned cheese cube in the centre
- Carefully close the meat around the cheese, shaping and rolling to form the meatballs
- Arrange the meatballs on a baking tray and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked
- While the meatballs are baking, heat the tomato sauce
- Serve the meatballs hot, drizzled with the warmed tomato sauce
Observations
Fresh cheese-stuffed meatballs are a versatile and delicious dish, ideal for those seeking a practical and tasty meal. This recipe combines the juiciness of ground meat with the creaminess of melted cheese, resulting in irresistible meat spheres. Served with a homemade tomato sauce, they become an excellent option for everyday meals or for entertaining friends and family.
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