Big John's Southern Buttermilk Meatballs

Dive into the comforting flavors of Big John’s Southern Buttermilk Meatballs—a hearty dish packed with Southern charm and savory goodness. These tender meatballs combine ground beef and pork with a splash of tangy buttermilk, finely diced onion, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce to create a flavor-packed base. Simmered in a creamy, luxurious gravy made from chicken broth, heavy cream, and a touch of parsley, these meatballs are as rich as they are satisfying. With a golden crust from skillet browning and a velvety sauce that coats every bite, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or as the star of a family gathering. Serve these Southern meatballs over fluffy mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the irresistible sauce. Quick to prepare and endlessly comforting, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of classic comfort food with a twist of Southern hospitality.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 1 finely diced Small onion
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 2 tbsp Flour
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tbsp Chopped parsley
• 2 tbsp Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, buttermilk, breadcrumbs, egg, diced onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well using your hands or a spoon until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 2

Form the mixture into roughly 1.5-inch meatballs, making about 20 to 24 meatballs. Place them on a baking sheet or plate.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the meatballs in batches to avoid overcrowding. Brown them on all sides, about 6-8 minutes per batch. Transfer the browned meatballs to a plate and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, sprinkle the flour and stir it into the remaining oil and drippings to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the flour is slightly golden.

Step 5

Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and allow it to thicken, about 3 minutes.

Step 6

Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and chopped parsley. Let the sauce simmer gently, then return the meatballs to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them.

Step 7

Cover the skillet and let the meatballs cook in the sauce for an additional 15 minutes, ensuring they are fully cooked.

Step 8

Serve the meatballs hot, topped with additional parsley if desired. They pair beautifully with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1581.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2648.5

Total Fat 190.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 818.2mg	0%
Sodium 5230.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g	0%
Total Sugars 15.0g
Protein 162.2g	0%

Vitamin D 117.2IU	0%
Calcium 391.2mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 2051.1mg	0%

*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: 64.6%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 10.9%