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Stuffed Meatballs

Cultural Context

Stuffed meatballs, known as 'polpette' in Italy, are a beloved comfort food that reflects the resourcefulness of Italian cuisine. Traditionally made with leftover meats and bread, these hearty morsels are often served with tomato sauce and pasta. They embody the spirit of family meals and gatherings, and variations exist across regions, from cheese-stuffed versions to those incorporating vegetables. Today, they have found a place in kitchens worldwide, adapting to local tastes and ingredients.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
400 g minced beef
1 egg
50 ml milk
1 minced garlic clove
50 g breadcrumbs
1 small spring onion
a sprig of parsley
salt
black pepper
70 g Emmental cheese
8 slices of bacon

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and lower in calories.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat mozzarella

💰Cheaper: cheddar cheese

Low-fat mozzarella reduces calories, while cheddar is often cheaper.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats are a healthier binder, while crushed crackers can be more economical.

1

Form 4 balls of approximately 150 g each.

2

Preheat the air fryer.

3

Cook the meatballs in the air fryer at 180 °C for 20 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbrowningbaking

Equipment Needed

air fryer

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairyegg
Local Name: Polpette ripiene

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