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**After Seeing This, I’m Never Making Meatballs Any Other Way Again!**
Get ready to experience the best meatballs you’ve ever tasted with this easy yet irresistible recipe that will have you rethinking how you prepare them. Let’s dive in!
### **Ingredients:**
– **1 pound ground beef** (or a mix of ground beef and pork for added flavor)
– **1/2 cup breadcrumbs** (preferably panko for extra crunch)
– **1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese**
– **1 large egg**
– **1/4 cup milk** (this helps make the meatballs super moist)
– **2 cloves garlic**, minced
– **1 teaspoon dried oregano**
– **1 teaspoon dried basil**
– **1/2 teaspoon onion powder**
– **Salt and freshly ground black pepper**, to taste
– **1/4 cup fresh parsley**, chopped (for extra freshness)
– **1 tablespoon olive oil** (for frying)
For the sauce:
– **2 cups marinara sauce** (store-bought or homemade, depending on your preference)
– **1 tablespoon sugar** (to balance the acidity of the sauce, optional)
– **Fresh basil** (for garnish)
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef (or beef-pork mix) with the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, milk, garlic, oregano, basil, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Use your hands or a spoon to mix everything together gently. Be careful not to overwork the mixture, as it can lead to tough meatballs.
### **Step 2: Shape the Meatballs**
Tip: If you want your meatballs to cook more evenly, consider using a small ice cream scoop to portion out the meat mixture.
### **Step 3: Fry for Perfect Crispy Edges**
Cook the meatballs for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they’re golden brown and crispy. This step gives them the perfect texture on the outside, sealing in the juicy goodness on the inside. Don’t worry about cooking them all the way through at this stage—they’ll finish cooking in the sauce later.