Air Fried Meatballs from Scratch
Make delicious homemade meatballs without the hassle of frying! This recipe uses an air fryer for a healthier twist on a classic dish.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 1 Egg
- ½ cup Bread Crumbs
- Splash of Milk
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Oregano
- Dried Basil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Parmesan Cheese grated
Instructions
Prepare the Meatball Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, bread crumbs, a splash of milk, and a generous sprinkle of garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, dried basil, salt, pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese.1 pound Ground Beef, 1 Egg, ½ cup Bread Crumbs, Splash of Milk, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Oregano, Dried Basil, Salt, Pepper, Parmesan Cheese
Mix and Form Meatballs:
- Thoroughly mix all the ingredients in the bowl until well combined.
- Divide the mixture and shape it into meatballs, each weighing approximately 50 grams.
Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (392°F) for a few minutes.
Air Frying the Meatballs:
- Place the shaped meatballs in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them.
Cooking and Flipping:
- Cook the meatballs for a total of 20 minutes, flipping them every 5 minutes to ensure even browning and cooking.
Check Doneness:
- To ensure the meatballs are cooked through, you can use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Serve:
- Once the meatballs are cooked and have a golden-brown exterior, remove them from the air fryer.
Enjoy:
- Serve the delicious homemade meatballs on their own, or pair them with your favorite sauce and sides.
Nutrition
Calories: 101kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 216mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 39IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 1mg
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