Description
These gourmet meatballs feature a surprise creamy gorgonzola center and are finished with a vibrant balsamic pomegranate glaze. A delightful combination of savory meat, pungent cheese, and a flavorful glaze makes this dish extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g (1.1lb) Halal Ground Beef, 80/20 blend
- 250g (0.55lb) Halal Ground Lamb
- 100g (3½oz) Plain Breadcrumbs
- 50g (1¾oz) Halal-Certified Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 2 Large Eggs
- 2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
- 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, Chopped
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1 tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- 150g (5¼oz) Halal-Certified Gorgonzola-Style Cheese, Cubed
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil for Searing
- 200ml (7 fl oz) Balsamic Vinegar
- 2 tbsp Pomegranate Molasses (Halal)
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tsp Fresh Rosemary, Minced
- 2 tbsp Toasted Pine Nuts, Chopped
- Extra Fresh Parsley Leaves for Garnish
Instructions
- Combine Meat Mixture: Gently mix ground beef, lamb, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, eggs, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff with Gorgonzola: Flatten meat mixture, add gorgonzola cube, and seal into meatballs.
- Sear for Flavor: Sear meatballs in olive oil for 3 minutes, turning frequently.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 15-20 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 71°C (160°F).
- Prepare Glaze: Simmer balsamic vinegar, pomegranate molasses, honey, and rosemary until thickened.
- Glaze and Garnish: Drizzle glaze over meatballs, garnish with pine nuts and parsley.
Notes
For optimal tenderness, avoid overmixing the meat mixture. Searing the meatballs creates a flavorful crust.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake, Sear
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: meatballs,gorgonzola,balsamic,pomegranate,halal,italian,comfort food,dinner,party