Gordon Ramsay Italian Meatballs Recipe 

This easy and delicious Italian meatball recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Packed with savory flavors, these tender meatballs are cooked in a rich tomato sauce and served over pasta. You can easily adjust the ingredients to suit your preferences, making it a flexible and comforting meal for any occasion.

Ingredients Needed:

Meatballs:

• 100g white sandwich bread, crusts removed
• 1 small onion
• 400g ground beef
• 100g ground pork
• 1 egg
• 60g fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 30g Parmigiano-Reggiano, freshly grated
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Cooking Meatballs & Sauce:

• 37g olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 100g onion, finely chopped
• 700g tomato passata
• 120ml water
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes (chili flakes)
• 3 tsp dried Italian herb mix
• 1 tsp salt
• Black pepper, to taste

To Serve:

• Pasta of choice
• Parmesan, to garnish
• Fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)

How To Make Italian Meatballs Recipe?

1. Prepare the Mixture: Grate the onion and mix it with the bread. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
2. Make the Meatballs: Add beef, pork (or extra beef), egg, parsley, garlic, parmesan, salt, and pepper to the bread mixture. Mix well and form into meatballs.
3. Brown the Meatballs: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan. Brown the meatballs on all sides (3-4 minutes). Set aside.
4. Make the Sauce: In the same pan, heat the remaining oil. Sauté onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes. Add tomato passata, water, red pepper flakes, herbs, salt, and pepper. Simmer on low.
5. Cook the Meatballs in Sauce: Add meatballs back to the sauce. Simmer for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally.
6. Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions.
7. Serve: Serve meatballs over pasta, and garnish with parmesan and parsley if desired.

Recipe Tips:

• Don’t Overmix the Meatballs: Mix the ingredients just until combined. Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
• Let the Meatballs Rest Before Cooking: After forming the meatballs, let them sit for a few minutes to hold their shape while cooking.
• Brown Meatballs in Batches: Don’t overcrowd the pan. Brown the meatballs in batches to get an even golden crust.
• Use Fresh Herbs for Extra Flavor: Fresh parsley and garlic make a big difference in taste, so try not to skip them.
• Simmer Gently in the Sauce: Cook the meatballs gently in the sauce to avoid them breaking apart.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the meatballs cool to room temperature, then put them in an airtight container. Keep them in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: After cooling, put the meatballs in a freezer-safe container or bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.
• Reheat: Heat in a pan with sauce or water for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 400 kcal
• Total Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 2.6g
• Cholesterol: 33mg
• Sodium: 190mg
• Potassium: 130mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 2.3g
• Dietary Fiber: 0.3g
• Sugars: 0.9g
• Protein: 7g

Try More Gordon Ramsay Recipes:

• Gordon Ramsay Sticky Pork Ribs Recipe 
• Gordon Ramsay Salmon En Croute Recipe 
• Gordon Ramsay Turkey Brine Recipe