Now That's a Spicy Meat a Ball Meatball
Get ready to ignite your taste buds with "Now That's a Spicy Meat a Ball Meatball," a bold and flavorful twist on the classic Italian meatball recipe! These juicy meatballs, made with a mouthwatering combination of ground beef and pork, are elevated with the perfect blend of Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, minced garlic, and a fiery kick of red chili flakes, smoked paprika, and dried oregano. Hydrated breadcrumbs ensure a tender texture, while a drizzle of olive oil before baking guarantees a golden, savory finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, these spicy meatballs are perfect as a party appetizer, tossed with marinara sauce for pasta, or tucked into a sandwich for ultimate comfort food satisfaction. Whether you're hosting or cooking for your family, these meatballs pack the perfect punch of heat and flavor to leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let this mixture sit for 5 minutes to hydrate the breadcrumbs.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, and the breadcrumb mixture.
Step 4
Add the egg, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic cloves, red chili flakes, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Step 5
Mix everything thoroughly with your hands until evenly combined. Be careful not to overwork the meat mixture, as it can make the meatballs tough.
Step 6
Using your hands or a small ice cream scoop, shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 7
Drizzle the olive oil over the meatballs to help them brown and keep them moist while baking.
Step 8
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should read 165°F/74°C).
Step 9
Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Serve as an appetizer with a spicy dipping sauce, toss with marinara sauce for pasta, or enjoy them in a sub sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (998.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2613.4 |
| Total Fat 183.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 66.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g | |
| Cholesterol 774.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4540.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 77.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.2g | |
| Protein 172.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 763.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1533.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories