Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 pounds ground beef ((approximately 1 kilo))
  • 1/2 cup unseasoned bread crumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin ((optional))
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder ((optional))
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce

Instruction

  • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  • Add all the ingredients to a large mixing bowl.
  • Use a large wooden spoon or your hands to combine all the ingredients very well. This should take several minutes to ensure every ingredient is distributed well throughout.
  • Form the meatballs with your hands, packing them loosely at first to form a round shape, and then as tightly as you can while still keeping the round shape. Use between 1 and 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture for each meatball, but be sure they are all equal in size.
  • Place them on the prepared tray with a little bit of space between them so they brown and don't steam in the oven. You should have about 18-20 meatballs in total.
  • Bake for about 18-20 minutes or until the meatballs are brown on the outside and have reached an internal temperature of 71 degrees Celsius (160 degrees Fahrenheit).
  • Let cool on the pan before storing in the fridge or freezer, or use right away in your favourite Italian sauce or other dishes.