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How To Make Meatballs In Tomato Sauce | Meatballs Recipe

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Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Greece, meatballs (keftedes) are a beloved comfort food often served in various sauces. Traditionally enjoyed during family gatherings and festive occasions, they symbolize hospitality and communal dining. Modern variations exist globally, adapting the classic recipe to local tastes, making them a favorite in many cuisines.

GreekGRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon mixed spices
1 cup diced green pepper
2 cups blended tomatoes
1/4 cup fresh coriander

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

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

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato puree

Fresh tomatoes can be healthier, while puree is often cheaper and easier to use.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white wine

Grape juice provides flavor without alcohol, while white wine can be less expensive.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: stale bread

Oats are healthier, while stale bread can be a cost-effective alternative.

1

Add black pepper to the mixture.

2

Add paprika to the mixture.

3

Add mixed spices to the mixture.

4

Mix the ingredients again until combined.

5

Add salt to the sauce if desired.

6

Add blended tomatoes to the sauce.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbrowningsimmeringbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlskilletbaking dishoven

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

glutenegg

Also Known As

Keftedes me Salsa Domata

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