These tender and juicy air fryer meatballs are super simple to prepare! It's the perfect meal for a weeknight dinner! Ready in just 30 min!
If you are a meatball fan, you must try this simple and budget-friendly recipe that's packed with delicious flavors! With simple ingredients, this is one of those recipes that never fails.
This recipe will be a hit! It's the perfect example that you don't need very sophisticated ingredients to make a delicious and simple recipe! These meatballs are so tasty that I'm sure there won't be any left for another day! You can always store (in an airtight container) the meatballs in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
Elevate your dinner with this easy and flavorful culinary experience. It's the perfect weeknight dinner to make for the whole family! Your kids will love this tender and juicy meatballs!
Here you'll find all the ingredients needed to make this recipe:
Ground pork and ground beef - Ground pork and ground beef mixed with simple and delicious spices.
Egg yolk - Adds flavor and creaminess to the meatballs.
Chopped onion - Extra flavor.
Oregano, garlic powder, pepper and salt - Ingredients to season the meatballs.
Breadcrumbs - To give consistency to the meatballs.
Below you’ll find the correct measurement of all ingredients and the step-by-step guide for this recipe.
HOW TO MAKE AIR FRYER MEATBALLS
Step 1: In a large bowl, mix the beef with the pork. Season with chopped onion, salt, garlic powder, pepper, oregano and egg yolk.
Step 2: Using your hands, mix the seasonings until evenly combined.
Step 3: Finish the process by mixing in the breadcrumbs (you can add the breadcrumbs along with the seasonings).
Step 4: Mold with your hands small portions of the meat in the shape of balls.
Step 5: Preheat the air fryer to 180ºC (350ºF).
Step 6: Place the meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer (with some space between them). You will have to work in batches if your air fryer does not have enough space.
Step 7: Cook the meatballs for 14 minutes (180ºC (350ºF)), turning them halfway through.
Step 8: Let the meatballs rest for 5 minutes before serving.
RECIPE TIPS
These meatballs can be served with a variety of dipping sauces such as Ketchup, BBQ or Garlic yogurt Sauce.
To prevent the meat from drying out, use a meat thermometer to monitor the internal temperature of the meatballs.
You can use a wide variety of seasonings in these meatballs, such as fresh thyme, nutmeg, Worcestershire sauce, chopped rosemary or paprika. It all depends on your personal taste.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I store in the fridge?
Yes, you can store in the fridge! Allow the meatballs to cool to room temperature and place them in an airtight container. You can store the meatballs for up to 2 to 3 days.
In a large bowl, mix the beef with the pork. Season with chopped onion, salt, garlic powder, pepper, oregano and egg yolk.
Using your hands, mix the seasonings until evenly combined.
Finish the process by mixing in the breadcrumbs (you can add the breadcrumbs along with the seasonings).
Mold with your hands small portions of the meat in the shape of balls.
Preheat the air fryer to 180ºC (350ºF).
Place the meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer (with some space between them). You will have to work in batches if your air fryer does not have enough space.
Cook the meatballs for 14 minutes (180ºC (350ºF)), turning them halfway through.
Let the meatballs rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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