Simple and delicious beef meatball recipe - Mytour

Crispy, chewy beef meatballs, sweet-scented and flavorful, loved by everyone. This dish is favored by many housewives for its ease of preparation and nutritional value. Explore the simple way to make beef meatballs with Mytour right below!

1. About beef meatballs

Beef meatballs are a familiar dish in many Vietnamese families. They are often served as a side dish with noodles, pho, hu tieu, porridge, etc. Beef meatballs are made from finely ground beef, seasoned to taste, shaped into balls, and boiled until cooked. They are soft, chewy, flavorful, with a hint of spicy pepper, delicious with any type of broth.

Beef meatballs are not only enticing and easy to eat but also packed with nutrients, especially suitable for children in their developmental stage. They are rich in protein, providing energy and muscle growth. Additionally, beef contains various minerals and vitamins that help with blood circulation, enhance memory, and reduce the risk of cancer.

2. How to make beef meatballs

For beef meatballs, meticulous preparation is key, from selecting the beef to seasoning and boiling in just the right amount of water. With the incredibly simple method for making beef meatballs below, you can confidently create a delicious and authentic dish.

Prepare the ingredients

• 1kg beef
• 100g pork fat
• 3 teaspoons potato starch or cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• Half a bulb of garlic, 2 shallots, 1 piece of ginger
• Cooking oil
• Ice cubes
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• Basic spices such as ground pepper, salt, fish sauce, sugar, MSG, bouillon powder

Execution Steps

Step 1: After purchasing beef, wash it thoroughly with diluted salt water, then cut it into small pieces. Similarly, clean the pork fat and slice it thinly lengthwise. Mix the pork fat with the beef and mince finely for easy grinding.

Step 2: Crush the ice cubes and place them in the refrigerator to prevent melting. Peel and wash the garlic and shallots, then finely chop them. Put the potato starch and baking powder in a bowl and mix well, set aside.

In another bowl, add 3 tablespoons of fish sauce, 1 and a half tablespoons of sugar, ½ tablespoon of MSG, 1 tablespoon of bouillon powder, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, and 2 teaspoons of ground pepper, then stir the mixture well.

Step 3: Place the beef and pork fat into a large bowl, add the mixed seasoning mixture from above, then use your hands to knead thoroughly so that the meat absorbs the flavors. Divide the meat into 3 small portions and put them into a grinder for 1 to 2 minutes until the meat becomes smooth and well-seasoned. When the meat is minced, use a spoon to evenly distribute the meat to facilitate the operation of the grinder and prevent clumping.

Step 4: Add 1 tablespoon of crushed ice, 1/3 of the mixture of potato starch and baking powder, 1 teaspoon of cooking oil to the ground meat, then continue grinding to mix the ingredients evenly. Proceed to grind the remaining portions of meat in the same manner.

Step 5: After grinding, the meat will form a smooth paste. Put each portion of meat into nylon bags and seal tightly, then place them in the freezer compartment for about 1 to 2 hours. After sufficient time in the freezer, remove the meat. Put the meat in the grinder, add chopped onions and garlic, then grind each portion at high speed for 1 minute until smooth.

Step 6: Place a pot on the stove, add 1.5 liters of filtered water, 1 piece of crushed ginger, 1 tablespoon of bouillon powder, and bring to a boil. Put on disposable gloves and rub cooking oil on both hands to prevent sticking. Use a spoon to scoop the meat mixture into your palm, gently shape it into round balls between your thumb and forefinger. Use the spoon to slide the rounded meat into the boiling water. Work quickly until all the meat mixture is used up to ensure even cooking.

Step 7: Boil the meatballs over high heat for about 10 minutes until cooked. Remove them and place them in a bowl of ice water to keep them tender and prevent discoloration.

See also: Learn how to make crispy and fragrant fried meatballs

3. Delicious Finished Meatballs 

Delicious meatballs have a round, firm exterior, white meat, not greasy or soggy, maintaining the natural sweetness of the meat. You can quickly prepare tasty meatballs by frying them and dipping them in chili sauce. The fried meatballs are crispy on the outside, tender and fragrant on the inside, perfectly complemented by the spicy chili sauce.

If you want to preserve them for later use, you can wrap the meatballs tightly and store them in the freezer. When ready to eat, simply thaw and prepare them into various delicious dishes like meatball tomato sauce, meatball pho, noodle soup,... This meatball recipe is an excellent choice to add variety to family meals.

4. Tips for Making Meatballs

The above meatball recipe also requires noting down some small tips to make the dish even more perfect. Be sure not to overlook:

• Choose beef cuts with lean meat and freshness to ensure the dish has a delicious and authentic flavor.
• When selecting beef, opt for cuts with a bright red color, small meat fibers, and good elasticity. Press the meat with your fingers; it should bounce back and not turn greenish or have a strange odor.
• The meat mixture for making meatballs should be kept at a temperature below 5°C. If the meat is not cold enough and is ground for too long, it will heat up the grinder, causing the meat to cook unevenly and lose its binding ability. Therefore, before grinding, check the temperature of the meat carefully.
• If the meat is not immediately ground, store it in the freezer until ready to use.
• Use the right amount of baking powder; too much will cause the meat to swell and then deflate, resulting in the loss of the natural flavor of the meat.
• If you have time, after grinding, use a mortar and pestle to further pound the meat mixture to make it more elastic.

How to make meatballs is both quick and safe, ensuring a delicious and flavorful dish that will delight your family. Don't wait any longer, get into the kitchen and try this dish to treat your whole family. Keep following Mytour for more tasty recipes!

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