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Pork Meatballs

Chef Leah Burback
Simple Italian-style meatballs that pair with your favorite sauce as an appetizer or main dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 6 people

Equipment

  • portion scoop
  • oven, grill, or smoker

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lb Ground Pork also try pork sausage and adjust seasoning accordingly
  • ½ each Onion, small diced
  • 4 each Garlic Cloves, smashed & rough chopped
  • 2 each whole eggs
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • 2 Tbsp Ground Fennel
  • 2 Tbsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes adjust to your spice preference
  • 2 Tbsp salt consider adding a smoked salt if baking.
  • 1 Tbsp crackd black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Mix together all ingredients by hand just until blended well. Do not use a mixer or food processor as this will change the fat and protein structure of the meat.
  • Cover and chill for 15 minutes.
  • Portion into 2 oz sized spheres and place on a lightly greased tray.
  • Sear on the grill or in a saute pan if desired. Bake or smoke at 350 for 20 minutes until just done all the way through. Take care not to overcook as the meatball will dry out.
  • Serve with your favorite sauce and Italian-style starch as an entree.
Keyword 30 minute recipe, appetizer, eggs, Sausage