Brazilian recipe
Easy and Delicious Stuffed Meatballs (Almôndega recheada)
Succulent, homemade meatballs with a molten mozzarella cheese center. A practical and flavorful dish for your lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
Vegetable oil for deep-frying
1 packet of dry onion soup mix
1 egg
500g ground beef
300g shredded mozzarella cheese
1 packet of dry onion soup mix
1 egg
500g ground beef
300g shredded mozzarella cheese
Where to find ingredients
You can find ground beef and fresh mozzarella at local butcher shops or supermarket meat and dairy sections. Onion soup mix is available in the dry goods or seasoning aisles of most grocery stores.
Preparation method
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, and the packet of onion soup mix until you achieve a homogeneous consistency.
- Take small portions of the meat mixture and flatten them in the palm of your hand.
- Place a spoonful of shredded mozzarella cheese in the center of the flattened meat patty.
- Carefully seal the meat around the cheese, shaping it into a round meatball.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot over medium-high heat.
- Fry the meatballs in the hot oil for about 10 minutes, or until they are golden brown on all sides and cooked through.
Observations
Stuffed meatballs are a classic staple of Brazilian home cooking, perfect for those seeking both flavor and convenience. The combination of juicy ground beef with melted mozzarella inside makes this recipe simply irresistible. It is an ideal dish for family gatherings or as a hearty meal anytime.
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