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Crispy Bulgur Stuffed Meatballs

Crispy Bulgur Stuffed Meatballs

Deliciously crispy and hearty, Crispy Bulgur Stuffed Meatballs are perfect for any meal and easy to customize.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fine bulgur wheat
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup plain breadcrumbs

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Cook the bulgur according to package instructions using 2 cups of water. Once tender, set aside to cool.
  2. Sauté the chopped onion in olive oil over medium heat until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked bulgur, sautéed onions and garlic, ground beef, egg, parsley, spices, and breadcrumbs. Mix until well combined.
  4. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a greased baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  6. Serve warm with marinara sauce or yogurt dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 6g

Notes

Feel free to customize by substituting turkey for beef or adding different herbs and spices.

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