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Italian Meatballs in Marinara Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, meatballs in marinara sauce are a staple of Italian-American cuisine, often served with pasta or on their own as a hearty dish. Traditionally made with a blend of meats and herbs, they celebrate the rich flavors of Italian cooking. Today, they are enjoyed worldwide, with variations that include different meats and spices, reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
400 g di carne macinata
1 uovo
30 g di pangrattato
40 g di parmigiano reggiano grattugiato
500 g di cipolle rosse
4 cucchiai di aceto di vino bianco
2 cucchiai di zucchero semolato
q.b. di farina 00
q.b. di olio extravergine d’oliva
q.b. di sale
q.b. di pepe
q.b. di noce moscata

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

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

1

Prepare the meatballs by combining minced meat, egg, breadcrumbs, grated Parmigiano Reggiano, salt, pepper, and nutmeg in a bowl.

2

Shape the mixture into meatballs.

3

Dredge the meatballs in flour to coat them lightly.

4

Heat extra virgin olive oil in a pan and cook the meatballs until browned on all sides.

5

In the same pan, add sliced red onions and sauté until soft.

6

Add white wine vinegar and granulated sugar to the onions, stirring to combine.

7

Return the meatballs to the pan and simmer until cooked through and the sauce thickens.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Polpette al SugoMeatballs in Tomato Sauce
Local Name: Polpette in Salsa Marinara

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