Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- Optional: a splash of milk for extra moistness
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, egg, parsley, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix gently until well incorporated, avoiding overmixing.
- Shape the mixture into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs using your hands, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through. Alternatively, pan-fry in a skillet with oil over medium heat, turning until evenly cooked on all sides.
- Optional: simmer the cooked meatballs in marinara sauce for an additional 10-15 minutes for added flavor.
Notes
- If using ground poultry, add a bit of milk or olive oil to maintain moisture.
- For extra flavor, top with cheese or herbs before serving.
- To freeze, store cooked or uncooked meatballs in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
- Reheat in oven or microwave for quick meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Pan-frying, Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free breadcrumbs)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (about 30g)
- Calories: 80 calories Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
