Spinach Garlic Mozzarella Meatballs Recipe
These Spinach Garlic Mozzarella Meatballs combine savory ground beef with fresh spinach and garlic, stuffed with gooey mozzarella cheese for an irresistible cheesy center. Cooked to golden perfection in a skillet, they make a perfect appetizer or main dish served with marinara sauce or pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 20 meatballs 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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Meatball Ingredients
- 450g ground beef or a mix of beef and pork
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 60ml breadcrumbs
- 25g Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon fine salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
Cheese and Cooking
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Mix the meatball base: In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, finely chopped spinach, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix just until everything comes together to avoid making the meatballs tough.
- Form the cheese-stuffed meatballs: Take about 1-2 tablespoons of the meat mixture and flatten it in your palm. Place a cube of mozzarella in the center, then carefully wrap the meat around it, sealing completely so no cheese escapes. Roll into a smooth ball and repeat with the rest of the mixture.
- Cook until golden and delicious: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs in batches without overcrowding the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, turning gently, until browned evenly and cooked through.
- Serve up these cheesy treasures: Serve the hot meatballs with marinara sauce for dipping or tossed with your favorite pasta. Optionally garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves for an extra special touch and enjoy the delicious cheese pull.
Notes
- Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep meatballs tender.
- Ensure mozzarella is fully sealed inside to prevent leaking during cooking.
- Cook meatballs in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure proper browning.
- Serve immediately for best cheese pull and flavor.
Keywords: Spinach meatballs, Garlic meatballs, Mozzarella stuffed meatballs, Italian meatballs, Cheesy meatballs, Easy dinner recipe
