Spiced Beef Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Greek-style beef meatballs spiked with warm spices and oregano, pan-seared and finished in a quick tomato sauce. Tender, savory, and ready in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix beef, breadcrumbs, minced onion, cumin, oregano, 0.5 tsp salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
Step 2
Roll mixture into 12–16 balls, about 1.5 inches wide. Pat gently so they hold together.
Step 3
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers.
Step 4
Add meatballs in a single layer. Sear 2 minutes per side without moving until golden.
Step 5
Pour crushed tomatoes around the meatballs. Add 0.25 tsp salt. Simmer 8 minutes.
Step 6
Serve meatballs in bowls with sauce. Drizzle with olive oil and fresh oregano if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- large skillet (12-inch)
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