Wine Meatball Appetizer

Elevate your next gathering with these irresistible Wine Meatball Appetizers, a savory fusion of tender beef and pork meatballs bathed in a rich, velvety red wine sauce. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, Parmesan, fresh parsley, and a touch of oregano, these bite-sized delights are baked to perfection before being simmered in a luxurious sauce made with red wine, tomato paste, and beef broth. The subtle sweetness of brown sugar balances the boldness of the wine, creating a flavor profile that's both complex and crowd-pleasing. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make appetizer is perfect for dinner parties, holiday spreads, or any occasion that calls for a touch of gourmet flair. Serve these saucy morsels with toothpicks for an elegant and enjoyable appetizer experience that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 cup Red wine
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 1 tbsp Brown sugar
• 0.5 tsp Dried oregano

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 3

Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet. You should yield approximately 24-30 meatballs.

Step 4

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until they are cooked through and lightly browned.

Step 5

While the meatballs bake, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until it darkens in color.

Step 7

Pour in the red wine, beef broth, and brown sugar. Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Season the sauce with dried oregano and adjust salt and pepper to taste. Allow the sauce to simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly thickened.

Step 9

Remove the meatballs from the oven and carefully transfer them to the skillet with the wine sauce.

Step 10

Toss the meatballs gently in the sauce to coat them evenly, and let them simmer in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes to absorb flavors.

Step 11

Transfer the wine-glazed meatballs to a serving dish and garnish with additional chopped parsley, if desired.

Step 12

Serve warm with toothpicks or skewers as an appetizer. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1423.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2792.9

Total Fat 180.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 744.6mg	0%
Sodium 5790.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g	0%
Total Sugars 20.1g
Protein 165.5g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 702.0mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 2045.6mg	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: 61.6%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 13.3%