Meatballs in cranberry-honey sauce in the oven
2 servings
40 minutes
Meatballs in cranberry-honey sauce are a harmony of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors, creating a rich palette of aromas. Inspired by European culinary traditions, this recipe combines tender meat with berry tartness and honey caramelization. Cranberries add freshness and zest to the dish, while baking makes the meatballs juicy and infused with sauce. The harmony of honey and spices creates a unique taste, while butter and olive oil enhance the texture. Serving with mashed potatoes makes it perfect for a cozy family dinner or festive gathering.
1
Season the minced meat with salt and pepper, add finely chopped onion and garlic, dried dill, a bit of olive oil, and form meatballs.
- Ground beef: 300 g
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Onion: 1 piece
- Dill: to taste
- Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
2
Grease a small baking dish with butter and olive oil, honey, and place cranberries, chopped tomatoes, and meatballs.
- Butter: 1 tablespoon
- Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Honey: 1 teaspoon
- Cranberry: 50 g
- Tomatoes: 1 piece
3
Bake for 30 minutes at 200 degrees. Serve with boiled potatoes or mashed potatoes.
- Ground beef: 300 g
