These luxurious meatballs are ideal as an appetizer for any party.
Servings 4
45
Easy
Recipe
Ingredients
For the meatballs:
- 2 oz. Bread Crumbs
- 3 tbsp. Water
- 1 lb. Ground Pork
- 1 large Onion, finely chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp. Parsley, chopped
- 1 Egg, beaten
- 1 tbsp. Nutmeg
- Salt & Pepper
- Flour for coating
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
For the Almond Sauce:
- 2 tbsp. Olive Oil
- 2 slices White Bread, torn
- 4 oz. blanched Almonds
- 3 Garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 5 oz. White Wine
- Salt & Pepper
- 2 cups Vegetable Stock
Directions
- Combine ingredients for meatballs except olive oil and lemon juice in a large mixing bowl. Knead together until smooth. With floured hands, roll into small balls. Roll each meatball in flour until coated.
- Heat olive oil and cook meatballs in batches about 4-5 minutes, until browned on all sides. Using a slotted spoon, remove from skillet and set aside
- In a separate skillet heat the olive oil for the almond sauce. Add bread and almonds, stirring frequently until golden brown. Add garlic and wine. Bring to a boil. Season to taste and let cool.
- Transfer the almond mixture to the food processor. Add vegetable stock and blend until smooth. Return to skillet and add meatballs. Let simmer for about 25 minutes or until tender.
- Transfer to a serving dish and finish with lemon juice.
Pro Tips
Add these meatballs to your favorite pasta dish.
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