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Mediterrane Hackbällchen in Tomatensoße

Mediterrane Hackbällchen in Tomatensoße: A Family Favorite Delight

Mediterrane Hackbällchen in Tomatensoße offers juicy meatballs infused with fresh herbs and spices in a robust tomato sauce, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground meat (beef, turkey, or lamb) can substitute with plant-based alternatives
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed
  • 1 large egg substitute with a flaxseed egg for a vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Mediterranean herbs (oregano, basil) fresh or dried
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped, or substitute with shallots
For the Tomato Sauce
  • 1 cup tomato puree can substitute with crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine your choice of ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, and Mediterranean herbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix gently until just combined. Shape into golf ball-sized meatballs.
  2. Brown the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and brown for 5-7 minutes, turning until golden. Remove them and leave the fond in the pan.
  3. Make the Tomato Sauce: In the same skillet, add tomato puree and scrape the bottom for flavor. Simmer over medium heat, season with salt and pepper for about 5 minutes.
  4. Simmer Meatballs in Sauce: Return meatballs to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve the Dish: Using a slotted spoon, transfer meatballs to a serving dish and ladle sauce over. Serve warm with your favorite side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure to brown the meatballs properly for deeper flavor, avoid overmixing for tenderness, and consider oven baking for a golden finish.

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