Description
If you want a cozy, rich, and satisfying dinner that feels a little extra special without extra effort, these Wagyu Beef Meatballs are it. They are tender, juicy, and packed with buttery flavor thanks to the marbling of Wagyu beef. Simple ingredients and an easy process make this a go-to comfort meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Wagyu ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 onion finely minced
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp basil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 jars marinara sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine Wagyu beef garlic onion breadcrumbs parmesan milk egg and seasonings
- Mix gently until just combined
- Shape into evenly sized meatballs
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat
- Brown meatballs on all sides in batches
- Transfer meatballs into marinara sauce
- Simmer for about 20 minutes until fully cooked
Notes
Use whole milk for the softest texture. Do not overmix the meat mixture. Brown in batches to avoid steaming. Freshly grated parmesan gives better flavor. Let the sauce simmer long enough to absorb the rich beef flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg