Marinara Meatballs & Rice

7 minutes
Prep time

17 minutes
Cook time

785 cal.
Per serving

Ingredients for 1

1/4 lb

Ground beef

1/2 cup

Marinara sauce

1/3 cup

Jasmine rice

Egg

1/4

Shallot

3/50 cup

Parmesan (grated)

1/8 cup

Bread crumbs (plain)

Stovetop, Pot (small), Frying pan

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
Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a pan, over high heat. Add the meatballs & cook for 7-8 min, flipping halfway through, until golden brown & cooked through.
Step 6
Add the marinara sauce to the meatballs. Stir, then cover & leave to simmer for 3 mins, over low heat.
Step 7
Serve the rice in a shallow plate with the marinara meatballs. Top with extra grated parmesan & re-season to taste. Enjoy!