Brazilian recipe
Homemade Meatballs: Easy and Delicious Recipe
Prepare juicy and crispy meatballs, perfect for snacking. A simple, 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 the dough holds together)
500 g ground meat
1/2 onion, chopped or grated
Black pepper to taste
1/2 tomato, chopped, peeled (optional)
Cilantro or parsley, chopped, to taste
1 egg
Oil for frying
Salt to taste
2 to 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or until the dough holds together)
500 g ground meat
1/2 onion, chopped or grated
Black pepper to taste
1/2 tomato, chopped, peeled (optional)
Cilantro or parsley, chopped, to taste
Where to find ingredients
Ground meat: Available at any supermarket or butcher shop.
Onion, garlic, tomato, cilantro, parsley: Found in the produce section of supermarkets, fresh markets, or local greengrocers.
Egg: Available in the dairy or refrigerated section of supermarkets.
All-purpose flour: Found in the baking aisle of supermarkets.
Salt and black pepper: Available in the spice aisle of supermarkets.
Oil for frying: Vegetable oil, canola oil, or sunflower oil are common choices, found in the cooking oil aisle of supermarkets.
Onion, garlic, tomato, cilantro, parsley: Found in the produce section of supermarkets, fresh markets, or local greengrocers.
Egg: Available in the dairy or refrigerated section of supermarkets.
All-purpose flour: Found in the baking aisle of supermarkets.
Salt and black pepper: Available in the spice aisle of supermarkets.
Oil for frying: Vegetable oil, canola oil, or sunflower oil are common choices, found 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 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 get a dough that can be shaped
- If the dough is too wet and difficult to shape, add more all-purpose flour gradually 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 skillet over medium heat
- To test the oil temperature, drop a small piece of dough into it
- 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 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 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 bold 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 bold 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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