Categories 30 Minutes or Less, Beef Recipes, Easy Recipes

Easy Homemade Meatball Recipe

by Annmarie

This Easy Homemade Meatball Recipe is the perfect staple for any kitchen! This easy meatball recipe is so easy to make and come out juicy and flavorful every time. They’re perfect for appetizers, subs or on top of spaghetti!

Easy Homemade Meatball Recipe

Easy Homemade Meatball Recipe

Easy Homemade Meatball Recipe

This Easy Homemade Meatball Recipe is the perfect staple for any kitchen! This easy meatball recipe is so easy to make and come out juicy and flavorful every time. They’re perfect for appetizers, subs or on top of spaghetti!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound 80% lean ground beef (could sub with half ground pork)
  • 1 large egg (beaten)
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 Tablespoons Chopped fresh Italian Flat leaf parsley (optional)
  • For serving (optional): 2 cups marinara, cooked noodles, parmesan cheese, basil or parsley

Instructions

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Notes

How to fry meatballs:

Fry meatballs in a pan with 2 Tablespoons oil over medium-high heat for 7 to 10 minutes, or until cooked through. Flip every few minutes to prevent burning.

Substitutes:

  • You can use 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and onion powder if you do not have fresh garlic and onions. You may also use 2 teaspoons dried parsley if you do not have fresh.
  • If I have pork on hand, I like to use 1/2 pound ground beef and 1/2 pound ground pork. It creates juicier meatballs. You can also do half ground beef and half ground turkey to cut back on fat.

Storage and freezer instructions: 

Store in a covered container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Store in a freezer container up to 3 months. Place in the fridge overnight to thaw and then reheat on the stove top over medium-low heat until warm. 

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