Spanish Meatballs Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    280 kcal

  • Course

    Appetizer

  • Cuisine

    European, Spanish

Spanish Meatballs Recipe

Warm up your soul with these delectable Spanish Meatballs. Hearty meatballs coated in a fresh tomato sauce that only takes 35 minutes to prepare!

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Ingredients

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For the Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 Tbsp whole milk
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 1/2 tsp paprika*
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

For the Sauce

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup yellow onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1.5 lbs fresh whole tomatoes cored and chopped
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Instructions

  1. In a large bowl add in the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, garlic, egg yolk, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper and then using your hands knead the mixture together until everything is combined.
  2. Next, create 12 evenly sized meatballs from the meat mixture, place them on a plate and chill in the fridge for 10 minutes.
  3. Next, heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook the meatballs for 5 minutes until the outside is nicely browned then remove and place on a paper towel lined plate. Note: The meatballs will not be fully cooked at this point.
  4. Add the additional olive oil into the pan and turn heat to medium. Then add in the onion, garlic, bay leaf, and cook for 3 minutes or until the onion has softened.
  5. Then, add in the paprika, tomatoes and return the meatballs into the pan. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 20 minutes stirring occasionally.
  6. Finally transfer to a bowl and top with fresh parsley and enjoy!

Notes

  • *You can also use smoked paprika for an additional depth of flavor.
  • 3 Meatballs = 1 Serving
  • You can store your meatballs in an airtight container in your fridge for 3-4 days. You can also freeze this recipe in an airtight container in your freezer for up to 2 months.
  • To reheat your leftovers you can do so on the stovetop over medium heat or in the microwave until everything has warmed through.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 280kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 13g Cholesterol 50mg (17%) Sodium 217mg (9%) Potassium 535mg (15%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 1641IU (33%) Vitamin C 33mg (37%) Calcium 76mg (8%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 280 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 280kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 13g 65%
Cholesterol 50mg 17%
Sodium 217mg 9%
Potassium 535mg 11%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 1641IU 33%
Vitamin C 33mg 37%
Calcium 76mg 8%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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