Meatballs in Sauce: Flavor and Tradition in Every Bite

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Master Receita Solta

Meatballs in Sauce: Flavor and Tradition in Every Bite
Prep Time20 min
Cook Time30 min
Servings4 servings
DifficultyEASY
Calories350 kcal

Resumo para quem tem pressa

"A receita de almôndegas ao molho combina carne bovina moída temperada com cebola, alho, salsinha, ovo e farinha de rosca, modelada em esferas assadas previamente no forno. O cozimento a 180°C por 25 minutos firma as bolinhas de carne sem desmanchar e sem necessitar de fritura por imersão. Concluído o assado, as almôndegas apuram por dez minutos no molho de tomate aquecido em fogo brando. A carne absorve a umidade do molho enquanto enriquece o caldo com notas tostadas em quatro porções."

Meatballs in Sauce: Flavor and Tradition in Every Bite

O Que Você Precisa Saber

- Shape the meatballs uniformly to ensure identical cooking time in the oven and pan. - Bake at 180°C for 25 minutes in a greased pan to seal the meat and maintain a tender texture without frying. - Simmer the meatballs in the tomato sauce for 10 minutes over low heat to integrate the flavors without breaking them.

Ingredients

Main Course

  • 500g of ground beef
  • 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup of chopped parsley
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 400g of tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

Main Course

1

In a bowl, mix the ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.

2

Modele bolinhas com a massa resultante, do tamanho de uma bola de golfe.

3

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

4

Place the meatballs in a greased pan and bake for 25 minutes.

5

Meanwhile, in a pot, mix the tomato sauce with the water and heat it up.

6

Após as almôndegas assarem, transfira-as para a panela com o molho.

7

Cook over low heat for 10 minutes, stirring gently.

8

Correct the salt and add additional seasonings, if necessary.

9

Serve hot, accompanied by white rice.

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Chef Tips

- Do not compact the meat with excessive force when rolling so that the center of the meatball remains soft after baking. - Moisten your hands with a little cold water or oil to facilitate shaping the spheres without sticking to your palm. - Stir the meatballs gently in the pan with a silicone spoon to preserve the round shape in the sauce.

Variations

- Almôndega recheada com queijo: insira um cubinho pequeno de queijo muçarela no centro de cada esfera ao enrolar. - Almôndega com ervas finas: adicione folhas de manjericão fresco picado e orégano desidratado à massa de carne. - Almôndegas de frango: utilize peito de frango moído seguindo os mesmos tempos de forno e apuramento em molho.

Substitutions

- A carne moída bovina pode ser mesclada em partes iguais com lombo suíno moído para obter almôndegas mais úmidas. - A farinha de rosca pode ser substituída por farinha de aveia fina ou pão francês amanhecido ralado fino. - O molho inglês pode ser substituído por uma colher de chá de molho shoyu tradicional no tempero da carne.

How to Store

Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the pan over low heat with two tablespoons of water for 8 minutes to return moisture to the tomato sauce.

Can You Freeze It?

Freeze with the sauce in a sealed container for up to 90 days at 18°C below zero. Thaw in the refrigerator for 12 hours and bring to low heat in the pot until it boils gently.

What to Serve With

Serve accompanied by fluffy white rice, al dente spaghetti, or creamy mashed potatoes. Sprinkle freshly grated parmesan cheese and chopped parsley before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why were the meatballs baked instead of fried in oil?

Oven cooking seals the meatballs evenly without the need for immersion in oil, resulting in a lighter preparation and ensuring that the spheres do not fall apart when entering the sauce.

What is the function of the egg and breadcrumbs in the dough?

The egg acts as a protein binding agent, while the breadcrumbs retain the juices and natural fat of the ground meat during cooking, preventing the meatballs from becoming dry or hard.

How to prevent ground meat from drying out on the inside?

Do not use excessively lean meat; cuts with about 15% to 20% fat (like chuck or shoulder) maintain moisture. Also, respect the 25-minute oven time without exceeding it.

Can I freeze the raw meatballs before baking?

Yes, mold the spheres and freeze on a baking sheet for 2 hours. After firm, transfer to plastic bags for up to 90 days. To prepare, bake directly frozen at 180°C for 30 to 35 minutes.

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