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Calabrian Spicy Meatballs: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

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Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 2 teaspoons Calabrian chili paste (more for extra heat)
  • 2 large eggs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 jar marinara sauce (for serving)
  • Olive oil for frying

Instructions

Now that you have the ingredients ready, follow these easy steps to create your own mouthwatering Calabrian Spicy Meatballs:

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) for the final baking stage.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, basil, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, Calabrian chili paste, eggs, salt, and pepper.
  3. Form Meatballs: Mix until just combined and form the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
  4. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat a generous amount of olive oil over medium heat.
  5. Cook Meatballs: Add the meatballs to the skillet in batches, cooking until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Transfer to Oven: Once browned, transfer the meatballs to a baking dish and pour marinara sauce over them.
  7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
  8. Serve Hot: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

By following these steps, you’ll have a delicious tray of Calabrian Spicy Meatballs ready in no time!

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