Recipe of Spooky Meatballs
These Halloween-inspired "Eyeball Meatballs" give classic Swedish meatballs a spooky twist, making them perfect for a frightfully fun dinner. The combination of flavorful meatballs and eerie olive "eyeballs" will delight both kids and adults at your Halloween gathering. Enjoy these creepy treats as a delicious and entertaining addition to your holiday spread.
Recipe Summary
Preparation
30 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Category
Meat
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup mustard
- Pimento-stuffed green olives
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Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, egg, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook meatballs until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- For the "eyeballs," cut the pimento-stuffed green olives in half and place them in the center of each meatball.
- In a separate bowl, mix ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard to create a creepy sauce.
- Serve the meatballs with the sauce for a spooktacular meal!
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Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Spooky Meatballs and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Spooky Meatballs to give a different touch to your preparation.
- Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
- Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
- Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 30 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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