Tomato meatballs served in a thick, sweet-and-sour tomato sauce

Tomato Meatballs

Tomato Meatballs is a dish where greatness lies in simplicity. The fresh tomato sauce, tender meatballs, and unique spices create a perfect blend. The dish is not only delicious but also incredibly filling and quick to prepare. Tomato meatballs are a true family meal that anyone can easily prepare for a weekday dinner.

The meatballs are made with spices, breadcrumbs, and eggs, then cooked in a succulent tomato sauce, which further enhances the flavor of the meat. Tomato meatballs are often served with pasta, rice, or fresh bread to make every bite even more tempting.

Prep Time 10 min
Preparation 30 min
Total 40 min
400 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 5
500 g Ground Meat (Beef or Pork)
100 g Rice
1 Onion
2 cloves Garlic
500 ml Tomato Puree
500 ml Water
2 tbsp Oil
1 tbsp Flour
1 tsp Salt
0.5 tsp Black Pepper
1 tsp Hungarian Sweet Paprika
1 bunch Fresh Parsley
1 Egg

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    In a bowl, combine the ground meat, finely chopped onion, crushed garlic, rice, egg, salt, pepper, and Hungarian sweet paprika. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

    2

    Shape the mixture into small meatballs and set aside.

    3

    In a saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until a light golden roux forms.

    4

    Add the tomato puree and water. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer.

    5

    Gently place the meatballs into the tomato sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked.

    6

    Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with rice or mashed potatoes.