Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef
½ pound lean ground pork
⅓ cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1-First, combine all ingredients except the beef and pork in a medium bowl and mix well to create a flavorful base. This step ensures the seasonings blend evenly before adding the meats.
2-Next, add the beef and pork and mix gently until everything incorporates without overworking the mixture, which keeps the meatballs tender.
3-Then, divide the mixture into 16 equal meatballs for uniform cooking.
4-Preheat your air fryer to 400°F to get it hot and ready.
5-Place the meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not touching for proper air circulation.
6-Lower the temperature to 380°F and cook for 12-14 minutes or until they’re browned and reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
7-Finally, let the meatballs rest for 3 minutes before serving to lock in juices and enhance flavor.
Last Step:
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⏲ Check meatballs early as air fryer models vary to avoid overcooking.
🌡 Use a meat thermometer to ensure meatballs reach 165°F for safety.
❄ Store leftovers in airtight containers; refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 114
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 143mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg