Imagine biting into a perfectly golden, juicy meatball that unexpectedly bursts with a sweet and savory twist! These Pork Meatballs with Currants are not your ordinary appetizer or main course - they're a culinary adventure that will transform your dinner table from mundane to magnificent. Combining the rich, hearty flavor of ground pork with the subtle sweetness of currants, this recipe promises to tantalize your taste buds and impress even the most discerning food lovers.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup currants
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, breadcrumbs, currants, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Crack the egg into the mixture and mix thoroughly using your hands or a wooden spoon until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld and mixture to firm up.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, form the meat mixture into uniform meatballs approximately
- 5 inches in diameter.
- Arrange the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, turning them halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer - it should reach 160°F (71°C) to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve hot with your choice of side dishes such as roasted vegetables, pasta, or a fresh salad.
Tips
- Always mix meatball ingredients with a light touch to prevent dense, tough meatballs. Use your hands or a fork gently.
- Refrigerating the mixture before forming helps the meatballs hold their shape and enhances flavor melding.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure precise doneness - 160°F is the food-safe temperature for ground pork.
- For extra moisture, consider adding a splash of milk or water to your breadcrumbs before mixing.
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet; space meatballs allows for even cooking and better browning.
- Let meatballs rest after cooking to redistribute juices, ensuring maximum tenderness and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 227kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
