Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef (preferably 80% lean for juiciness)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying or baking bonds)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into 1 to 1.5-inch diameter meatballs using your hands. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Sauté meatballs in olive oil over medium heat until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes, or bake in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 20 minutes for a hands-free method.
- Once cooked, serve these delicious meatballs with pasta, marinara sauce, or in a sub sandwich. Optionally, reheat leftovers in the microwave or oven.
Notes
- Handle the mixture gently to prevent tough meatballs.
- Use high-quality ground beef for best flavor and juiciness.
- Can be baked or pan-fried based on preference.
- Freeze cooked meatballs in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Dairy-Free (if cheese is omitted)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (approximately 1.5 oz)
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg