Description
Juicy ground beef meatballs simmered in a bright and tangy lemon sauce, perfectly balancing savory and zesty flavors in a quick and satisfying stovetop dish. Ideal for a comforting weeknight meal that comes together in under an hour.
Ingredients
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Meatballs
- 500g ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Lemon Sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the meatball mixture: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, parsley, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, and pepper until evenly mixed.
- Shape the meatballs: Using your hands, form the mixture into small, evenly sized meatballs to ensure even cooking.
- Heat the skillet: Place a large pan over medium heat and add the olive oil, allowing it to warm up before adding the meatballs.
- Brown the meatballs: Add the meatballs to the hot pan and cook, turning occasionally, until all sides are nicely browned, which helps lock in flavor and texture.
- Add liquids for simmering: Pour the chicken broth and fresh lemon juice into the pan with the meatballs, carefully stirring to combine with the browned bits on the pan bottom.
- Simmer the meatballs: Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan. Let the meatballs gently simmer in the lemony broth for about 20 minutes, or until they are fully cooked through and tender.
- Serve hot: Spoon the meatballs onto plates and ladle the flavorful lemon sauce over them. Serve immediately while warm to enjoy the rich, tangy sauce with every bite.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of crushed red pepper or a few capers to the sauce.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious lemon sauce.
- Ground beef can be substituted with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Ensure the meatballs are browned well before simmering to develop deeper flavors.
