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Beef Bola-Bola

Cultural Context

Beef Bola-Bola, or meatballs, is a beloved dish in Filipino cuisine, often served during family gatherings and celebrations. Traditionally, these meatballs are made with ground beef and a mix of vegetables, showcasing the Filipino knack for combining flavors and textures. Today, variations abound, with some recipes incorporating different meats or spices, reflecting the dish's adaptability and popularity across the globe.

FilipinoPHmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium carrot, grated
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
1 large egg
1 cup bread crumbs
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 bay leaves
2 medium potatoes, diced
1 cup peas
1 cup corn

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

1

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

2

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, grated carrot, and diced green bell pepper.

3

Add egg, bread crumbs, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture.

4

Mix thoroughly until well combined.

5

Form the mixture into round meatballs, about the size of a golf ball.

6

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

7

Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

8

Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.

9

In the same skillet, add water, bay leaves, and diced potatoes.

10

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.

11

Add the browned meatballs back to the skillet along with peas and corn.

12

Cover and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.

13

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.

14

Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

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