Master the Technique
Our best steps to making irresistible meatballs.
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Caramelize. Heat oil in a skillet on medium, add onion and garlic and cook until soft, approximately 5 min. Use Bread. Place bread pieces in small bowl and cover with milk. We prefer bread soaked in milk to the more typical bread crumbs, to help bind meatballs and add moisture. It mixes easily with the bread and makes for a more tender and less packed meatball. |
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Use Hands. In a large bowl, gently break ground meat into smaller pieces with hands. Add bread or bread crumbs, egg, seasonings, and reserved onion and garlic. Fold meat mixture with hands (instead of stirring it with a wooden spoon) to prevent overworking the meat. Test It. Before you form the meatballs, fry up a small bit of the meat to check the seasoning. You may want to adjust it after tasting. |
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Roll Gently. Roll the meatballs gently – you don’t want to pack them too tightly. Using a lighter touch will give a more tender result. Switch It Up. Once you master your basic meatball technique, you can get creative.
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