Brazilian recipe
Homemade Meatball Bites (Bolinho de Carne)
Prepare juicy and crispy meatball bites, perfect for snacking. A simple and traditional recipe with Brazilian seasonings that pleases everyone.
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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 mixture holds together)
500 g ground meat
1/2 onion, chopped or grated
Black pepper to taste
1/2 chopped tomato, peeled (optional)
Chopped cilantro or parsley to taste
1 egg
Oil for frying
Salt to taste
2 to 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or until mixture holds together)
500 g ground meat
1/2 onion, chopped or grated
Black pepper to taste
1/2 chopped tomato, peeled (optional)
Chopped cilantro or parsley to taste
Where to find ingredients
Ground meat can be found in the meat section of any supermarket.
Onions, garlic, tomatoes, cilantro, parsley, eggs, and all-purpose flour are commonly found in the produce and pantry sections of most supermarkets.
Salt and pepper are also standard pantry staples.
Vegetable oil for frying is available in the cooking oil aisle of supermarkets.
Onions, garlic, tomatoes, cilantro, parsley, eggs, and all-purpose flour are commonly found in the produce and pantry sections of most supermarkets.
Salt and pepper are also standard pantry staples.
Vegetable oil for frying is available in the cooking oil aisle of supermarkets.
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 well into the meat to ensure even distribution
- Add the egg and 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour to the mixture
- Mix again until you obtain a dough that can be shaped
- If the dough is too moist and difficult to shape, add more all-purpose flour gradually until it is moldable and does not stick to your hands
- Shape small balls or slightly flattened bites, ensuring similar sizes so they fry evenly
- Heat a generous amount of oil in a deep pot or skillet 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 bites in immersion, over medium heat, until they are golden brown on the outside and cooked through on the inside
- Avoid overcrowding the pan, as this can lower the oil temperature and compromise crispiness
- Remove the fried bites and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil before serving
Observations
Meatball bites 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 remarkable flavor.
The preparation is simple, resulting in tender bites inside and a crispy crust after frying. They are perfect to accompany a drink or serve as an appetizer.
With clear instructions and few ingredients, you will easily make delicious meatball bites at home.
This recipe uses quality ground meat, seasoned with fresh ingredients like onion, garlic, cilantro, or parsley, ensuring an authentic and remarkable flavor.
The preparation is simple, resulting in tender bites inside and a crispy crust after frying. They are perfect to accompany a drink or serve as an appetizer.
With clear instructions and few ingredients, you will easily make delicious meatball bites at home.
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