Description
Succulent Texas meatballs bring bold southwestern flavors to dinner tables with zesty seasonings and hearty beef. Rich spices and smoky notes create a mouthwatering experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Meat:
- 1 kilogram lean beef mince
- 2 whole eggs
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 200 grams cheddar cheese, grated
Sauce Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole onion, chopped
- 8 whole garlic cloves
- 2 whole red peppers
- 6 fresh tomatoes
- 1 x 400 grams can chopped tomatoes
- 400 milliliters strong coffee
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons black treacle
- 100 milliliters ketchup
- 4 tablespoons vinegar or 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
- 1 whole red chilli
Spices and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 whole red chilli
- 3 whole star anise
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 x 400 grams can kidney beans
Instructions
- Caramelize chopped onions, minced garlic, and diced peppers in a sizzling skillet with oil until fragrant and softened.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, brewed coffee, black beans, aromatic spices, and splash of vinegar. Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, whisked eggs, and tangy mustard. Gently form uniform meatballs, ensuring consistent size for even cooking.
- Remove star anise from the simmering sauce and taste, adjusting seasoning as needed with salt and pepper.
- Carefully nestle prepared meatballs into the sauce, allowing them to cook slowly for 10 minutes until fully cooked through and absorbing the rich sauce flavors.
- Preheat broiler to high heat. Generously sprinkle shredded cheese over the meatballs and sauce.
- Transfer skillet to the broiler and cook for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts completely and develops a golden, bubbly crust.
- Serve immediately while hot, with crusty bread or over rice to soak up the delicious sauce.
Notes
- Select high-quality ground beef with a balanced fat content to ensure juicy, flavorful meatballs that won’t dry out during cooking.
- Toast breadcrumbs briefly before mixing to enhance their nutty flavor and improve the overall texture of the meatballs.
- Use freshly ground coffee or espresso powder for a deeper, more complex flavor profile in the sauce that complements the meat.
- Consider gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs to make the recipe suitable for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10-15 mins
- Cook Time: 20-25 mins
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 512 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 44 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg