Meatballs are a classic of Polish cuisine that can be prepared in many ways. This recipe is one of the most popular variations, loved for its taste and simplicity.
Ingredients
500 g minced meat (pork, beef, or a mix of both)
1 garlic clove
1 egg
1 egg yolk
1 onion
breadcrumbs (for coating the meatballs)
olive oil for frying
hot paprika
sweet paprika
salt and pepper
marjoram
fresh parsley (chopped)
Preparation
In a bowl, mix the minced meat, egg, egg yolk, chopped garlic, onion, and chopped parsley thoroughly. You can do this by hand or with a meat mixer.
Season the mixture with salt, pepper, hot and sweet paprika, and marjoram. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices in the meat.
Form meatballs of your preferred size from the prepared mixture and coat them in breadcrumbs.
Fry the meatballs in a pan with heated olive oil until golden and crispy on both sides. Fry on medium heat to ensure the meatballs are cooked through.