Brazilian recipe
Homemade Meatballs: Easy and Delicious Recipe
Prepare juicy and crispy meatballs, perfect for snacking. A simple and traditional recipe with Brazilian flavors that everyone will love.
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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 tomato, peeled and chopped (optional)
Chopped cilantro or parsley to taste
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 tomato, peeled and chopped (optional)
Chopped cilantro or parsley to taste
Where to find ingredients
Ground meat, onion, garlic, tomato, egg, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and oil are standard ingredients available in the refrigerated meat section, produce section, dairy section, baking aisle, and cooking oil aisle of any supermarket. Fresh cilantro and parsley are typically found in the produce section. If fresh herbs are unavailable, dried versions can be used from the spice aisle.
Preparation method
- In a large bowl, place the ground meat
- Add the onion, garlic, tomato (if using), cilantro or parsley, salt, and black pepper to the meat
- Mix all the seasonings into the meat well to ensure even distribution
- Add the egg and 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour to the mixture
- Mix again until you get a dough that can be shaped
- If the dough is too moist and difficult to shape, add more all-purpose flour little by little until it is moldable and doesn't stick to your hands
- Shape small balls or slightly flattened meatballs, ensuring similar sizes so they fry evenly
- Heat a generous amount of oil in a deep pot or frying pan over medium heat
- To test the oil temperature, drop a small piece of the dough
- If the dough piece rises to the surface and bubbles slowly, the oil is at the ideal temperature
- Fry the meatballs submerged in oil, over medium heat, until they are golden brown on the outside and cooked through on the inside
- Avoid overcrowding the pan, as this will lower the oil temperature and compromise crispiness
- Remove the fried meatballs and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil before serving
Observations
Meatballs 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 striking flavor.
The preparation is simple, resulting in tender meatballs 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.
This recipe uses quality ground meat, seasoned with fresh ingredients like onion, garlic, cilantro or parsley, ensuring an authentic and striking flavor.
The preparation is simple, resulting in tender meatballs 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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