1. Meatball and Pigs’ Feet Stew
Meatball and pigs’ feet stew is deeply rooted in Quebecois culinary traditions. It’s a popular dish during the holiday season, very much hearty and comforting during the colder months. With succulent meatballs, tender pork hocks and a robust broth, it’s no wonder that this is our most popular meatball recipe.
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Meatball and Pigs’ Feet Stew
2. Meatballs in Tomato Sauce (The Best)
When we refer to a recipe as our very best, it’s bound to creep up to one of the top spots on this list. There are a few tricks to achieving these melt-in-your-mouth meatballs, and a key one is poaching them directly in the sauce without the need to sear them first.
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Meatballs in Tomato Sauce (The Best)
3. Extra-Tender Pork Meatballs
The secret behind what makes these meatballs so tender is twofold: 1. Ground pork has a higher fat content compared to beef, and 2. The use of puffed rice cereal (yes!) keeps the meatballs from becoming dry. So you’re left with wonderfully soft meatballs that can be cooked in a myriad of ways, like with roasted peppers and barbecue sauce, or with squash in a cream sauce.
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Extra-Tender Pork Meatballs
4. Swedish Meatballs
You no longer have to visit your favourite furniture store to get a taste of these gravy-laced meatballs! Made with both ground beef and pork, these Swedish meatballs are absolutely easy to make. And for that authentic touch, be sure to serve them with lingonberry jam.
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Swedish Meatballs
5. Veal Meatballs
We know why these veal meatballs are a surefire hit with all of you; not only does veal make for a tender and flavourful meatball, this recipe is absolutely versatile. You can take the basic recipe and use it in the following dishes: tomato sauce with meatballs, meatball and onion subs, meatball and spaghetti squash soup, and cocktail meatballs.
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Veal Meatballs
6. Vegetarian Meatball Stew
Our above-mentioned meatball and pigs’ feet stew is absolutely divine, but vegetarian friends and family around the table are unable to get a taste. That’s why we developed this meat-free version! The meatballs themselves are made with mushrooms and pearl barley, and the flavourful gravy comes from the mushroom broth.
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Vegetarian Meatball Stew
7. Miso-Honey Pork Meatballs
This recipe for Asian-inspired cocktail meatballs is one of the newest on our site, but it has definitely gained popularity in such a short time. Coated in a sauce consisting of honey, ginger, soy and miso, it’s a tasty appetizer for your next party.
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Miso-Honey Pork Meatballs
8. Childhood Meatballs
There isn’t anything better than meatballs from our childhood, but we’re sure that this recipe will rival any from your childhood memories. Made with very few ingredients, it’s a simple recipe you’ll want to double and freeze for future meals.
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Childhood Meatballs
9. Sweet and Sour Chicken Meatballs
Sweet and sour chicken from your favourite Chinese food joint always hits the spot, but making it at home can be a laborious process. After all, on a busy weeknight, who has time to cube chicken breast, dredge and then fry it? This recipe takes out all the hard work; you just have to shape and brown some chicken meatballs and then simmer them in the sauce. Easy!
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Sweet and Sour Chicken Meatballs
10. Risotto with Pork Meatballs and Sugar Snap Peas
We see that you all have been indulging in this tantalizing risotto recipe! Paired with tender pork meatballs and crisp sugar snap peas, it is certainly the perfect mix of textures and flavour.