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Recipe
Italian Horse Meat Meatballs
Savory Delights: Italian Horse Meat Meatballs with a Twist
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Indulge in the rich flavors of Italian cuisine with these delectable Polpette di cavallo. Made with horse meat, these meatballs are a unique twist on the traditional Italian dish.
Metadata
Preparation time
20 minutes
Cooking time
25 minutes
Total time
45 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
High-protein diet, Low-carb diet, Mediterranean diet, Gluten-free diet, Dairy-free diet
Allergens
Dairy (Parmesan cheese)
Not suitable for
Vegetarian diet, Vegan diet, Kosher diet, Halal diet, Pescatarian diet
Ingredients
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500g (1.1 lb) horse meat, ground 500g (1.1 lb) horse meat, ground
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 egg, beaten 1 egg, beaten
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
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1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1 cup tomato sauce 1 cup tomato sauce
Nutrition
- Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
- Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 4g
- Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Salt: 1g
Preparation
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1.Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
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2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground horse meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, egg, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
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3.Shape the mixture into small meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
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4.Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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5.Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown.
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6.In a separate saucepan, heat the tomato sauce over medium heat until warmed through.
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7.Once the meatballs are cooked, transfer them to the saucepan with the tomato sauce. Gently stir to coat the meatballs with the sauce.
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8.Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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9.Serve the Italian Horse Meat Meatballs hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Horse meat — Ensure that the horse meat is fresh and sourced from a reputable supplier. If horse meat is not available or preferred, you can substitute it with lean beef or pork.
Tips & Tricks
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture.
- To make the meatballs juicier, you can soak the breadcrumbs in milk before adding them to the mixture.
- Serve the meatballs with freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top for an extra burst of flavor.
- These meatballs can be made ahead of time and frozen. Simply thaw and reheat in the oven before serving.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices to customize the flavor of the meatballs to your liking.
Serving advice
Serve the Italian Horse Meat Meatballs as a main course accompanied by a side of pasta or crusty bread. They can also be served as an appetizer with toothpicks for a party or gathering.
Presentation advice
Arrange the meatballs on a platter, drizzle some extra tomato sauce over them, and garnish with fresh parsley for an appealing presentation. Serve them in a rustic Italian-style bowl or on individual plates for an elegant touch.
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