Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, Parmesan, bread crumbs, parsley, garlic, egg, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined but do not overmix.
- Shape the mixture into 5-ounce meatballs (about the size of a small fist).
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat.
- Fry the meatballs in batches until golden brown and crispy on the outside, about 4–5 minutes per side.
- Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with marinara sauce, pasta, or as a sandwich filling.
Do you want me to make these classic Italian-style fried meatballs, or should I refine them more toward a snack-style crispy version with extra crunch?