Brazilian recipe
Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs (Almôndegas recheadas com queijo)
Learn how to make these succulent, homemade meatballs filled with fresh cheese—a perfect, quick meal that hits the spot every time.
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Ingredients
30 g fresh cheese, cubed
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
100 g lean minced beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt to taste
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 tin tomato sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
100 g lean minced beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt to taste
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 tin tomato sauce
Where to find ingredients
You can find lean minced beef, fresh onions, garlic, and herbs at local markets like Nakasero or supermarkets. Fresh cheese (often sold as 'fresh farm cheese') and tinned tomato sauce are readily available in the dairy and pantry aisles of major grocery stores.
Preparation method
- Season the cheese cubes with oregano and set them aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the minced beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, fresh parsley, and salt.
- Gradually add the flour to the mixture, kneading until you achieve a consistent, workable dough.
- Take small portions of the meat mixture, flatten them in the palm of your hand, and place a seasoned cheese cube in the center.
- Carefully seal the meat around the cheese, rolling it between your hands to form smooth meatballs.
- Arrange the meatballs on a baking tray and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- While the meatballs are in the oven, warm the tomato sauce in a pan.
- Serve the meatballs hot, drizzled generously with the warm tomato sauce.
Observations
Stuffed meatballs with fresh cheese are a versatile and mouth-watering dish, ideal for anyone looking for a practical yet savory meal. This recipe combines the succulence of lean ground beef with the creamy texture of melted cheese, resulting in irresistible meatballs. When served with a rich, house-made tomato sauce, they become an excellent choice for a busy weekday dinner or a gathering with friends and family.
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