Fried Meatballs

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly juicy, these Fried Meatballs are a comforting classic that never goes out of style. Made with a savory blend of ground beef and pork, enriched with Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, and aromatic garlic, these meatballs are bursting with bold, hearty flavors. Fresh parsley adds a pop of herbaceous vibrancy, while a quick pan-fry in olive oil locks in their juicy perfection with a satisfying crust. Ready in just 35 minutes, these easy-to-make meatballs are perfect as an appetizer served with your favorite dipping sauce or as a main course paired with pasta or crusty bread. Ideal for weeknight dinners or crowd-pleasing parties, this recipe delivers on taste, texture, and versatility.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef
• 250 grams Ground pork
• 100 grams Breadcrumbs
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 small Onion, finely chopped
• 30 grams Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 100 milliliters Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef and ground pork. Mix them gently with your hands until well combined.

Step 2

Add in the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Mix all ingredients thoroughly using your hands until the mixture is uniform in texture.

Step 4

Scoop approximately one tablespoon of the meat mixture and roll it between your palms to form a round meatball. Repeat with the remaining mixture to make about 24 meatballs.

Step 5

Place a skillet over medium heat and pour in the olive oil, allowing it to heat up until shimmering.

Step 6

Carefully add the meatballs in batches to the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 5-7 minutes on each side, turning carefully until they are browned and cooked through.

Step 7

Once the meatballs are cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat the frying process with the remaining meatballs, adding more oil if necessary.

Step 9

Serve the fried meatballs hot, perhaps accompanied by your favorite dipping sauce or over pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1163.8 grams (1163.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3443

Total Fat 263.70g	338%
Saturated Fat 82.50g	413%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.90g
Cholesterol 849mg	283%
Sodium 5436mg	236%
Total Carbohydrate 90.30g	33%
Dietary Fiber 6.20g	22%
Total Sugars 10.70g
Protein 182.60g	365%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 875mg	67%
Iron 20mg	113%
Potassium 1684mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.5%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 10.4%