Oregano meatballs are a simple and tasty idea for dinner. A recipe that came out of a cooking magazine and then became a staple because they are so good! And I’ll tell you: they disappear every time I serve them. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, fragrant and tasty, oregano meatballs are delicious just like that with a salad, but you can also serve them with some tasty sauces for the buffet. Try them!
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 1.1 lbs ground beef
- 4 oz stale bread
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1.5 oz grated Parmesan cheese
- to taste parsley
- to taste dried oregano
- 1 clove garlic
- to taste salt
- 1.75 oz breadcrumbs (approximately)
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Tools
- 2 Bowls
- 1 Casserole low sides
Steps
Soak the stale bread in the milk, then squeeze it and crumble it into a bowl, add the ground beef and mix to combine with the bread. Add the parsley, oregano, finely chopped garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, and salt. Work the mixture well until you obtain a homogeneous mixture. Form walnut-sized meatballs, roll them in breadcrumbs, and cook them in a pan with four tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat for about ten minutes, turning them occasionally. Arrange the meatballs on a serving plate and accompany them with a salad, grilled vegetables, or tasty sauces to dip them in, as you like.
Notes
Recipe source “Facile con Gusto” May 2025.
