Brett Stevens
Making meatballs is an exercise in comfort. There’s something deeply satisfying about rolling seasoned mince into neat polpette or football-shaped kibbeh, knowing that a handful of simple ingredients will transform into something greater than the sum of its parts. In this collection, we’ve gathered meatball recipes of every size and style: from tiny chicken meatballs simmered in orzo soup with silverbeet and feta to oversized pork and prosciutto meatballs served atop creamy polenta. Whether baked, braised, fried or gently poached, these hearty recipes are guaranteed to deliver warmth, flavour and plenty of satisfaction.
A rich tomato sugo, sweet roast garlic butter and a hint of greens come together in this generous sharing dish.
The definition of one-pan comfort food, finished with golden burrata and charred peppers.
Melbourne’s Kafeneion has perfected the art of keftedes (Greek meatballs).
A quick and easy lamb meatballs recipe primed for weeknight dinners.
This delicious goat meatball recipe by Peppina chef Massimo Mele is a cinch to make, and perfect for sharing.
These meatballs are also great served with crusty bread, roasted potatoes or rice.
A recipe that riffs on the Palestinian lamb siniyah.
The meatballs are roasted in a hot oven to save time, then served with Asian greens and steamed rice for a quick meal.
Big pork and prosciutto meatballs with polenta recipe – Blend tomato, onion, garlic and herbs in a blender until smooth. Tip mixture into a large saucepan
Recipe for tiny chicken meatball and orzo soup with silverbeet and feta.
A cross between a salad and a main course, this is a certified hit from Melbourne restaurant Harley & Rose.
Recipe for giant meatballs stuffed with mozzarella.
With Japan’s tsukune as our culinary inspiration.
Recipe for paprika beef meatballs with sour cream and crisp onion.
Australian Gourmet Traveller fast recipe for braised white beans with chicken and parmesan.
Recipe for sticky Japanese-inspired (tsukune) soy-glazed meatball skewers.
These meatballs are quick to make and delicious to eat – add a sizzling butter infused with chili flakes and mint to make it really burst with flavour.
Australian Gourmet Traveller fast recipe for veal and parmesan meatballs in broth with ditalini.
These baguettes are rich and comforting, with the added satisfaction that comes with shaping, frying and simmering your own meatballs.
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