Air Fryer Marinara Meatballs & Rice

7 minutes
Prep time

17 minutes
Cook time

Ingredients for 1

1/4 lb

Ground beef

1/2 cup

Marinara sauce

1/3 cup

Jasmine rice

1/4

Egg

1/4

Shallot

3/50 cup

Parmesan (grated)

1/8 cup

Bread crumbs (plain)

Air fryer, Stovetop, Pot (small)

Step 1
Cook the rice according to package instructions.
Step 2
Meanwhile, peel & finely mince the shallots.
Step 3
Prepare the meatballs. In a large bowl, add: the minced beef, eggs, shallots, bread crumbs & grated parmesan cheese. Season with salt & pepper. Mix everything together with your hands or a spoon until well combined.
Step 4
Form meatballs about 1 1/2 inches thick & place them on a dish.
Step 5
Place the meatballs in the air fryer basket & air fry for 10-12 min at 400°F, flipping halfway through, until golden brown & cooked through.
Step 6
Remove the air fryer basket & add the marinara sauce. Stir & air fry for another 3-5 min at 390°F.
Step 7
Serve the rice in a shallow plate with the marinara meatballs. Top with extra grated parmesan & re-season to taste. Enjoy!