Meatballs in tomato and red wine sauce

Meatballs in tomato and red wine sauce

: 2025-10-29 • : 50m • : Medium

What does it include?

Ingredients

  • 500 g mixed minced meat (pork and beef)
  • 1 egg
  • 50 g breadcrumbs
  • 1 onion
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 400 ml of natural crushed tomato
  • 100 ml red wine
  • Olive oil, salt, pepper and oregano

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

  1. Mix the minced meat with egg, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper. Form meatballs the size of a walnut.
  2. Brown the meatballs in a pan with oil for 5-6 minutes until golden brown, remove and set aside.
  3. Chop onion and garlic finely, sauté in the same pan for 5 minutes until aromatic.
  4. Add the crushed tomato and red wine, cook for 10 minutes over medium heat to reduce and concentrate flavors.
  5. Return the meatballs to the pan, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through and the sauce thickens.
  6. Adjust salt and pepper to taste, serve hot with white rice, pasta, or fresh bread to savor the sauce.

Full description

Indulge in succulent meatballs bathed in a luscious tomato and red wine sauce, infused with Mediterranean herbs. The harmonious blend of tender pork and beef creates a rich, savory experience. Savor the aromatic garlic and onion, enhanced by the robust notes of oregano. Perfectly complemented by rice, pasta, or crusty bread, this dish promises a comforting and flavorful family meal. Enjoy the deep, velvety sauce that clings to every bite, elevating this classic to new heights.

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