Spicy Creole Style Meatballs
Spicy Creole Style Meatballs are a delicious and flavorful dish from Martinican cuisine. These meatballs are packed with a blend of aromatic spices and herbs, creating a perfect balance of heat and savory flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
- Pour in the tomato sauce and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for an additional 15 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
- Serve the spicy Creole style meatballs hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 320 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large bowl Skillet Cooking spoon Cutting board Knife
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
These spicy Creole style meatballs are perfect served over a bed of rice or with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick of heat, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the tomato sauce and chicken broth mixture before simmering the meatballs.
Cost
$12