Description
Spaghetti and Meatballs (Halal) is a comforting classic that brings the heart of Italian cuisine to your table. This delightful dish features tender, juicy meatballs made from halal ground beef or lamb, simmered in a rich homemade tomato sauce, and served over perfectly al dente spaghetti. Enhanced with fresh herbs, garlic, and a medley of spices, each bite is a flavorful journey that evokes nostalgia and warmth. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also allows for customization to suit your taste. Whether paired with crispy garlic bread or a fresh garden salad, this hearty meal is sure to impress everyone and create lasting memories.
Ingredients
- Spaghetti pasta
- Halal ground beef or lamb
- Breadcrumbs
- Eggs
- Fresh herbs (basil and parsley)
- Canned crushed tomatoes
- Garlic
- Onion
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine halal ground meat with breadcrumbs, eggs, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes until browned.
- While baking, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until translucent, then add minced garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes with salt, pepper, sugar (if desired), and additional herbs; simmer for 15 minutes.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente; drain and mix with sauce along with baked meatballs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - Use quality ingredients for the best flavor. - Customize your meatballs by adding grated cheese or spices as desired. - Serve with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.