Sicilian-style meatballs with fennel seeds

4 servings

15 minutes

Fennel seed meatballs 'Sicilian style' are a vibrant representative of Italian cuisine, embodying the spirit of the sunny island. The use of fennel in meat dishes is believed to come from ancient Sicilian traditions, where the spice added a special depth of flavor. Tender beef meatballs infused with aromatic fennel create a subtle, slightly sweet taste with a warm spicy note. Fried to a golden crust and simmered slowly, they become incredibly juicy. Perfect as a standalone dish or paired with pasta and tomato sauce. A true delight for Mediterranean cuisine lovers!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 352.8
• Proteins: 17.7g
• Fats: 30.3g
• Carbohydrates: 1.4g

Ingredients

• Ground beef: 400 g
• Chopped parsley: 25 g
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Fennel seeds: 1 tbsp
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Add salt and pepper to the minced meat and mix in finely chopped parsley.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground beef: 400 g
   • Chopped parsley: 25 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

2. Roll the minced meat into a sausage and cut it into approximately 20 pieces. From the pieces, roll small neat balls.

3. Pour fennel seeds onto a small plate and roll all the balls in them. Don't overdo it—just to add another texture.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fennel seeds: 1 tablespoon

4. Fry in olive oil until golden brown. Cover and cook on low heat until done.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons