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HOW TO MAKE MEATBALLS IN TOMATO SAUCE BY CHEF AYESHA ! #food #healthy

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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
3 slices of bread
parsley
vegetable oil
1 large onion
garlic
black pepper
2 cans of tomato
pasta sauce
dried basil
1 egg
mince beef
salt

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

Soak the bread in water and then squeeze out the excess moisture.

2

Chop the parsley and garlic finely.

3

In a bowl, combine the minced beef, soaked bread, chopped parsley, chopped garlic, black pepper, salt, dried basil, and the egg.

4

Mix everything together until well combined.

5

Form the mixture into meatballs.

6

Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the meatballs until browned on all sides.

7

In a separate pot, combine the canned tomatoes and pasta sauce, and bring to a simmer.

8

Add the fried meatballs to the tomato sauce and let them cook together for a few minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

glutenegg

Also Known As

Keftedes me Salsa Domata

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