Crispy Air-Fried Pork Meatballs
Indulge in these exquisitely crafted pork meatballs, air-fried to achieve a luscious combination of a crispy exterior and a tender, juicy interior. Ideal for meal prep, these meatballs are freezer-friendly and quick to prepare, making them a convenient yet sophisticated addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
For Meatballs | |
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| 12 | ounces ounces ground pork |
| 8 | ounces ounces ground Italian sausage (mild or hot) |
| 1⁄2 | cup cup panko bread crumbs |
| 1 | egg |
| 1 | teaspoon teaspoon salt |
| 1 | teaspoon teaspoon dried parsley |
| 1⁄2 | teaspoon teaspoon paprika |
Instructions
Preparation of Meatballs | |
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| 1. | Preheat the air fryer to a temperature of 350°F (175°C). |
| 2. | In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, Italian sausage, panko bread crumbs, egg, salt, dried parsley, and paprika. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly incorporated. Using an ice cream scoop, shape the mixture into 12 uniform meatballs and arrange them on a baking sheet. |
| 3. | Carefully place half of the meatballs into the air fryer basket, and cook for 8 minutes. Gently shake the basket and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes. Once cooked, transfer the meatballs to a serving plate and allow them to rest for 5 minutes before repeating the process with the remaining meatballs. |
Published on Jul 23, 2024 by Luminița