Air fryer meatballs are the perfect alternative to traditional fried meatballs, offering a lighter cooking method without excess oil.
Thanks to the air fryer, these meatballs are crispy on the outside and soft and juicy on the inside, retaining all their authentic flavor. Easy to prepare and ideal for any occasion, they are perfect for a family lunch, a tasty dinner, or as finger food for an appetizer. 😊
This air fryer meatball recipe is ideal for those looking for a flavorful yet healthier dish compared to traditional frying. Ground meat combined with simple ingredients like breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, eggs, and herbs creates an irresistible mixture. I prepared them stuffed with sausage and provolone cheese, but you can add whatever you like or nothing at all, leaving them simple.
Additionally, hot air cooking ensures a golden and crispy result without compromising texture and taste.
The meatballs can be accompanied by various condiments like homemade tomato sauce, cheese sauce, or flavored mayonnaise. The versatility of this recipe allows it to be adapted to your tastes, making it a perfect option for the whole family.
Preparing air fryer meatballs is simple and quick without sacrificing the goodness of a homemade dish.
Follow the recipe steps to achieve perfect meatballs, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, ready to be enjoyed.
Serve up an irresistible, genuine dish perfect for those who love traditional cooking with a lighter touch.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Cooking methods: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients
- 500 g ground meat
- 3 slices of white bread
- 50 ml milk
- breadcrumbs as needed
- 80 g provolone cheese
- 2 cooked sausages or salami as needed
- 2 eggs
- flour as needed
- parsley and salt as needed
- 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese
Tools
- air fryer
Steps
Here is the procedure:
Start by soaking the white bread in a small bowl with milk
In another bowl, add the ground meat, egg, parmesan cheese, and salt.
Add the soaked and squeezed bread to the mixture and mix well
Dice the cooked sausage or salami and provolone cheese.
With damp hands, take a spoonful of the mixture and make a hole in the center
Insert the provolone and sausage
Close well, giving it the shape of a meatball.
Once all the meatballs are ready, first roll them in flour, then in beaten eggs, and finally in breadcrumbs.
Place them in the air fryer basket or tray, spaced apart, and, if desired, drizzle with a little oil on top.
Cook at 356°F for about 15 minutes
Enjoy your meal! 😊
