Pan Fried Meatballs with Herb Potatoes
This hearty dish features juicy, pan-fried meatballs with crispy herb potatoes and a spicy kick from whole chillies. Perfectly balanced in flavour, the meatballs are tender on the inside, while the potatoes add a savoury, herby crunch. A great choice for family meals or casual gatherings, this recipe is simple but incredibly satisfying.
This hearty dish features juicy, pan-fried meatballs with crispy herb potatoes and a spicy kick from whole chillies. Perfectly balanced in flavour, the meatballs are tender on the inside, while the potatoes add a savoury, herby crunch. A great choice for family meals or casual gatherings, this recipe is simple but incredibly satisfying.
Servings 4 People
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 500 g minced beef or lamb
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 large egg beaten free range
- 3 tbsp breadcrumbs
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil for frying
For the Herb Potatoes:
- 500 g baby potatoes quartered
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme finely chopped
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 1 clove garlic minced
For the Whole Chillies:
- 4 medium green chillies or red chillies (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced meat, chopped onion, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper.500 g minced beef, 1 small onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 large egg, 3 tbsp breadcrumbs, salt, pepper
- Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball. Set aside.
- In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat.2 tbsp olive oil
- Add the potatoes, and sprinkle with chopped rosemary, thyme, garlic, salt and pepper.500 g baby potatoes, 1 tsp fresh rosemary, 1 tsp fresh thyme, salt, pepper, 1 clove garlic
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are golden and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- In the same pan, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium-high heat.1 tbsp olive oil
- Add the meatballs and cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning them occasionally until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
- Remove the meatballs from the pan and set them aside.
- Add a small amount of oil to the pan if needed, then add the whole chillies.4 medium green chillies, 1 tsp olive oil
- Cook for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until they soften and develop a slight char.
- Return the potatoes and meatballs to the pan, and gently toss to mix with the chillies.
- Serve hot, garnished with a few fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 586kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 315mg | Potassium: 934mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 95IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 4mg
