Tender juicy meatballs in red sauce, Italian style

6 servings

90 minutes

Tender and juicy meatballs in red sauce are a true embodiment of Italian culinary tradition. Originating from family dinners, this recipe combines simplicity and richness of flavors, infusing each meatball with aromas of spices, parmesan, and fresh herbs. The secret to their extraordinary tenderness is the addition of buttermilk and gelatin, making the texture airy and the taste richer. Beef and pork mince seasoned with fennel and oregano is fried until golden brown and then slowly simmered in a thick tomato sauce. This dish is perfect for cozy family dinners as well as festive tables, especially when served with pasta or fresh bread that absorbs the rich sauce. Finish with a generous portion of grated parmesan and enjoy Italian culinary perfection!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 709.4
• Proteins: 39.1g
• Fats: 53.2g
• Carbohydrates: 22.5g

Ingredients

• Chicken broth: 0.5 glass
• White bread: 100 g
• Buttermilk: 0.3 glass
• Onion: 1 head
• Garlic: 8 clove
• Parsley: 35 g
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 50 g
• Salt: 4 tsp
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
• Egg yolk: 4 pc
• Dried oregano: 1 tsp
• Fennel seeds: 1 tsp
• Ground beef: 500 g
• Minced pork: 500 g
• Tomato sauce: 5 glass

Cooking steps

1. Pour gelatin into a bowl and add broth. Let it sit for 5 minutes. Heat in the microwave until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Place in the refrigerator.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken broth: 0.5 glass

2. In the mixer bowl, pour pieces of bread with buttermilk. Let the bread soak.

   Required ingredients:

   • White bread: 100 g
   • Buttermilk: 0.3 glass

3. Add chopped onion, parmesan, parsley, salt, pepper, bacon, egg yolks, oregano, fennel, and frozen broth.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head
   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 50 g
   • Parsley: 35 g
   • Salt: 4 teaspoons
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Egg yolk: 4 pieces
   • Dried oregano: 1 teaspoon
   • Fennel seeds: 1 teaspoon
   • Chicken broth: 0.5 glass

4. Mix with a mixer. Start at low speed, gradually increasing it. The mixture should be homogeneous. Add 1/3 of the total minced meat and stir.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground beef: 500 g

5. Remove the mixer, add the remaining minced meat, and mix thoroughly by hand.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground beef: 500 g
   • Minced pork: 500 g

6. Place the pan on the heat. Form small meatballs and fry them until browned, then transfer to a plate.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground beef: 500 g
   • Minced pork: 500 g

7. Place a large skillet on the heat, pour in the tomato sauce. Bring the tomato sauce to a boil and add the meatballs. Simmer them on low heat for about 10 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomato sauce: 5 glass

8. Serve with sauce and grated cheese. Enjoy your meal!

   Required ingredients:

   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 50 g