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Chicken and Pork Meatballs

Chicken and Pork Meatballs

This unique recipe is a significant change from the traditional meatball. It has a sweet apricot sauce that pairs well with this meat combination. These meatballs are best served over white rice.
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Ingredients

  • ยฝ pound of minced chicken
  • ยฝ pound of minced pork
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon of parsley finely chopped
  • 1 cup of breadcrumbs
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1 clove of garlic finely chopped
  • For the sauce:
  • 2 cups of apricot juice
  • 1 cup of water
  • 1 package of French onion soup mix
  • 12 fresh or dried apricots, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon of curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon of gingered apricot sauce

Instructions

  • Place all of the meatball ingredients in a large bowl and mix well with your hands.
  • Roll the meat into balls about the size of a golf balls.
  • Place all of the sauce ingredients in a saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Boil for 5 minutes and drop in the meatballs.
  • Simmer on low heat for 30 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper, and serve.
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Course; Chicken / Pork

Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Sweet and Sour Meatballs

These sweet meatballs are a twist on the traditional meatball and red sauce. With both vinegar and brown sugar, the sauce is definitely sweet and sour!
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Ingredients

For the sauce:

Instructions

  • Mix all of the meatball ingredients together.
  • Roll the mixture into balls.
  • Brown the meatballs in batches using a large skillet and set aside.
  • Mix brown sugar, flour, and mustard in a sauce pan.
  • Gradually stir in the pineapple juice, vinegar, and soy sauce.
  • Cook and stir the sauce until it is thick and bubbly.
  • Put the meatballs in a crock-pot and cover with the sauce.
  • Allow the meatballs to sit, covered until heated thoroughly.
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Course; Beef / Pork

Greek Meatballs

Greek Meatballs

Cinnamon paired with beef is traditional in Greek foods. This recipe is unique because it is made with traditional Greek seasonings; it is also an extremely moist version of the meatball. Try serving this meatball with bulgur wheat pilaf and a Greek salad.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Mix all of the ingredients (except for the oil) together in a large mixing bowl.
  • Use your hands to mix the ingredients well.
  • Refrigerate the mixture for at least half an hour.
  • Use two spoons to shape the meat mixture.
  • Take one spoonful of the mixture and use the other spoon to flatten into a slightly longer meatball.
  • Deep-fry the meatballs in very hot oil until golden brown.
  • The meatballs should be crunchy on the outside, but smooth on the inside.
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Course; Beef / Pork / Side Dish
Cuisine; European / Greece

Swedish Meatballs with Gravy

Swedish Meatballs with Gravy

Swedish meatballs are traditionally made with both ground beef and pork. They are served with a hearty gravy and eaten as an entrรฉe or over noodles. This recipe provides a traditional taste with simple preparation. Traditionally, this recipe is served over wide egg
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400ยฐ F.
  • Combine the first eight ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Crumble the pork and beef over the mixture and mix well.
  • Shape the mixture into 1 ยฝ inch meatballs.
  • Grease a rack to place in a shallow backing pan.
  • Place the meatballs on the rack.
  • Bake the meatballs for 11 to 12 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160ยฐ F.
  • Drain the meatballs.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan.
  • Stir in the flour until the mixture is smooth, then gradually add the beef broth.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes or until the mixture has thickened.
  • Stir in the cream and dill.
  • Let the gravy simmer for 1minute.
  • Place the meatballs in a serving dish and pour the gravy over the top.
  • If desired, add the parsley as a garnish.
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Course; Beef / Pork / Side Dish
Cuisine; European / Sweden

Pork, Veal, and Beef Meatballs

Pork, Veal, and Beef Meatballs

Meatballs with a variety of meat pack more favor in every bite. This mixed recipe adds that little something extra to your meatball that will have your guests wanting your cooking secrets. Keep your ingredients fresh and these meatballs are sure to be a crowdpleaser!
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Start by combining all your meats in a large mixing bowl.
  • Add in the garlic, eggs, cheese and parsley. If desired, add salt and pepper.
  • Add bread crumbs to the mixture by putting in small portions while you stir.
  • Slowly add the water ยฝ cup at a time.
  • The mixture should be moist, but be sure it will still hold its shape when rolled into meatballs.
  • You may not need the entire 1 ยฝ cups of water.
  • Shape the mixture into meatballs.
  • Fry batches of meatballs by first heating olive oil in a skillet.
  • Meatballs are fully cooked when they are very brown and somewhat crisp.
  • Remove the meatballs and drain excess oil by laying on a paper towel.
  • If the meatballs are having trouble holding their shape, try covering them while they are cooking.
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Course; Beef / Pork / Veal

Minced Meat Kebabs

Minced Meat Kebabs

These meatball kebabs are traditional in Afghanistan. They can be found in restaurants, and street venders often sell them on street corners. This recipe is the traditional preparation where the kebabs are grilled and served on a stick. They can be eaten alone or served on lavash or chapatti.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Mince the onions and garlic.
  • Add the onions, garlic, and red pepper to the meat.
  • Mix well with your hands. The mixture will be sticky.
  • Wet your hands and mold the meat around kebab skewers.
  • The kebabs should be about 4 inches long and 1 inch in
  • diameter.
  • Grill the kebabs over high heat. Brown on both sides and
  • then reduce heat to medium. Continue to grill for 15 more
  • minutes, turn frequently.
  • Remove the meat from the skewers, sprinkle with salt and
  • pepper, and serve. Use your choice of garnish.
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Course; Beef / Lamb

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

Try these meatballs as a healthy alternative to buffalo wings. They are great for parties and tailgating. The slow cooker recipe is made to travel!
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400ยฐ F.
  • Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  • Set aside.
  • Combine the first 7 ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
  • Mix well using clean hands.
  • Roll the mixture into 1 ยผ-inch meatballs. It will make about 24 meatballs.
  • Put the meatballs on the cookie sheet and bake for 4 or 5 minutes to brown the sides.
  • Place the meatballs in a slow cooker and add buffalo sauce.
  • Toss the meatballs to cover completely with sauce.
  • Cook in the slow cooker on low heat for two hours.
  • Drizzle with blue cheese dressing.
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Course; Chicken

Cream Cheese and Chicken Meatballs

Cream Cheese and ChickenMeatballs

This recipe is perfect as a healthy alternative with lots of flavor.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450ยฐ F.
  • Line a baking sheet with tinfoil and spray with cooking spray.
  • It works best if you use a rimmed cookie sheet.
  • Combine all of the ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix well.
  • Be sure that all of the ingredients are evenly combined.
  • Form 20 meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the center of the oven until juice run clear.
  • This normally takes about 17 or 18 minutes.
  • Meat should be cooked to 165ยฐ F.
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Course; Cheese / Chicken

Chicken Meatballs with a Kick

Chicken Meatballs with a Kick

These easy chicken meatballs can go from the refrigerator to the dining room table in about 30 minutes. Serve over greens or pasta for a complete meal.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Mix the chicken, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, onion powder, oregano, thyme, brown sugar, lemon zest, and salt and pepper (to taste) in a large bowl.
  • Form the meat mixture into meatballs.
  • They should be slightly smaller than a golf ball.
  • Warm the butter and oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Brown the meatballs. Brown on one side for 3 minutes.
  • Turn the meatballs, then brown on the other side for another three minutes.
  • Keep turning as necessary so that all the sides are equally browned.
  • They should still be juicy with a slight spring if you press them.
  • Transfer the meatballs to a paper towel on a plate to drain.
  • Serve hot.
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Course; Chicken

Lemongrass Chicken Meatballs

Lemongrass Chicken Meatballs

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Equipment

  • These chicken meatballs have an Asian flavor that your guests are
  • sure to love! This recipe pairs well with white wine.

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350ยฐ F.
  • Lightly grease a baking sheet.
  • Combine chicken, soy sauce, lemongrass, cilantro, ginger,
  • and garlic in a large mixing bowl. Season with salt and
  • pepper and mix well.
  • Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place the balls on the
  • baking sheet.
  • Heat a large frying pan over medium heat. Pour the oil in
  • and heat until shimmering.
  • Add the meatballs to the pan and cook evenly on all sides.
  • This should take about 5 minutes total.
  • Drain using paper towels.
  • Return the meatballs to the baking sheet. Bake until
  • cooked thoroughly. This should take only 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Season the meatballs with salt and pepper.
  • Line a serving tray with the lettuce and lay the meatballs on
  • top. Garnish with green onions and lime wedges, and serve
  • immediately.
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Course; Chicken