Czech Meatballs Recipes

MEATBALLS

Steps:

• In a large mixing bowl, stir together the panko and milk until combined. Set mixture aside to soak for 5 to 10 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
• Add the ground beef, ground pork, garlic, eggs, Parmesan, fresh herbs, onion and Worcestershire sauce to the (same) mixing bowl. Sprinkle the oregano, salt, black pepper and crushed red pepper flakes evenly on top. Use your hands to mix the ingredients until evenly combined, being careful not to over-mix the ingredients.
• To make the meatballs easier to form, I recommend covering and chilling the mixture in the refrigerator for 1 hour. But if you're pressed for time, you can skip this step.
• Heat the oven to 425°F and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Using a medium cookie scoop or a spoon, scoop and roll the mixture into 2-tablespoon balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. (I recommend greasing your hands with a bit of olive oil to prevent the mixture from sticking.)
• Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer measures the internal temperature of the meatballs to be 160°F. Remove pan and transfer to a wire cooling rack.
• Serve meatballs immediately and enjoy!

KARBANáTKY

Steps:

• Mix the minced meats and the water. Knead well and set aside for 30 minutes.
• Add the egg, onion, garlic, parsley, flour, marjoram, caraway, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of breadcrumbs to the minced meat.
• Season with salt, pepper and knead for 10 minutes. Set aside for another 15 minutes.
• Shape balls about 2 inches (5cm) in diameter.
• Flatten them slightly and roll them in breadcrumbs on all sides.
• Heat the oil in a large skillet and fry the karbanátky over medium heat for about 5 to 7 minutes on each side.
• Serve the karbanátky immediately, accompanied by mashed potatoes, chopped scallions and fresh vegetables such as green salad and tomato (or others). Sprinkle everything with fresh chives.

CLASSIC MEATBALLS

Steps:

• Heat oven to 400°F. Line 13x9-inch pan with foil; spray with cooking spray.
• In large bowl, mix all ingredients. Shape mixture into 24 (1 1/2-inch) meatballs. Place 1 inch apart in pan.
• Bake uncovered 18 to 22 minutes or until temperature reaches 160°F and no longer pink in center.

CZECH MEATBALLS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400F. Cover a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. In a large bowl, mix the garlic, slat, caraway seeds, paprika, pepper, parsley, mustard, and egg with a fork until combined. With your hands, crumble the pork into the bowl and knead until all of the ingredients are incorporated. Moisten your hands with water and shake to remove excess. Measure a level tablespoon of pork and roll into a ball between your palms. Line up the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, about 1/2 inch a part. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.