Dad’s Meatballs

Posted on April 25, 2012 by thecompletebook

Dad was on duty to make supper the one evening during their Easter visit and decided to make his scrumptious juicy meatballs. I was hoping to get quantities for you but alas, ingredients was the closest I could get. Dad says everything is all about feel, so you can add as much or as little of each ingredient to suite you. I have put guestimates taken from watching dad at work.

Dad’s Meatballs

Ingredients

1kg ground beef
5 slices white break soaked in milk and excess liquid squeezed out
1 onion chopped
1egg
Handful flat leaf and moss curled parsley chopped
20ml spice of choice
15ml balsamic vinegar
15ml soya sauce
15ml Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste

Method

Combine all the ingredients together in a ball and shape balls
Place balls on a floured board and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Fry the meatballs in very shallow oil over a medium heat.

This is the new spice dad found at Spar and it is a must buy – absolutely delicious!

66 thoughts on “Dad’s Meatballs”

My Inner Chick on April 25, 2012 at 07:14 said:

Oh My Gosh,

Your daddy’s meat balls look DELISH. I love that recipe, Mandy. Yummmmmmm. Soaking the bread sounds quite interesting.

Xxxx

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 09:52 said:
  
  This really is a winner of a recipe Kim – maybe you can get your daddy to make them for you. 😀 Have a super day. 🙂 xo
  
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ChgoJohn on April 25, 2012 at 07:28 said:

Today’s post brought a smile, Mandy. So many of my family’s recipes are, “A little of this …” and, “A little of that …” I would exasperate my Mom with questions about the size of her handful or pinch. I laugh about it now but, then again, I have a better understanding (I hope!) of spices and herbs than I did back then. You Dad’s recipe sounds delicious and I love that his meatballs have sides. The really good ones always do. 🙂

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 09:54 said:
  
  John, I remember asking my mom silly questions like “Where must it go in the oven” and she would always say “the middle”. Great memories! Glad you enjoyed the post and dad’s meatballs are very moreish. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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rsmacaalay on April 25, 2012 at 08:02 said:

That meatballs look so juicy!

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 09:55 said:
  
  They really are very juicy Raymund. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Sous Chef on April 25, 2012 at 08:12 said:

I shall look out for that braai spice, your Dad’s meatballs look really good.

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 09:55 said:
  
  Thanks Sue, they are scrumptious. Have an awesome day and hope you find the spice. 🙂
  
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Desiree on April 25, 2012 at 09:55 said:

Oooh Yum! Going to give this one a try! LOL at Dad O playing Masterchef…got a mind pic that made me have a good chuckle….

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 09:58 said:
  
  You should have seen his floral apron – was priceless! Must say, dad is brilliant in the kitchen (if left alone my Mom O). Have a beautiful day friend and hope Rod is feeling better. 🙂 xo
  
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frugalfeeding on April 25, 2012 at 10:02 said:

These look incredible – I adore meat balls so much!

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 12:34 said:
  
  Thanks Frugal, my dad will be chuffed. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Misky on April 25, 2012 at 10:51 said:

Mandy, here’s another silly question for you: why do you place the meatballs on a floured board? Are the uncooked meatballs ‘floured’ before frying?

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 12:35 said:
  
  Hi Misky, there is no such thing as a silly question. The flour just helps the meatballs stick to the board. Sometimes, dad will turn them over in the flour – all depends on his mood. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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pinkpolkadotfood on April 25, 2012 at 11:39 said:

Deliocious!! This is going to be on my menu over the loooong weekend!

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 12:36 said:
  
  Awesome! I had the leftovers with some chutney on fresh brown bread for lunch – was delicious! Have a super long weekend Pink. 🙂
  
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Choc Chip Uru on April 25, 2012 at 12:10 said:

I love that this is your daddy’s recipe – makes ur extra special 😀

Cheers
Choc Chip Uru

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 12:38 said:
  
  Would be great if we lived closer to the folks – that way I could get more of their lovely recipes to share. Have a lovely weekend CCU. 🙂
  
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Karen on April 25, 2012 at 14:16 said:

Your dad’s meatballs sound great. I find that men really don’t like to measure but are good cooks nonetheless.

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 14:30 said:
  
  You are quite right Karen – measuring is not their thing. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Norma Chang on April 25, 2012 at 14:59 said:

Adding balsamic vinegar to the meat mixture is new to me, must try next time I make meatballs. How special to have Dad cooking for the family during his visit. My Dad cooked that way too – feel, look and taste, no quantity.

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 15:10 said:
  
  Hi Norma, it was fabulous to have dad cook for us – I thoroughly enjoyed chatting with him and taking a few pics. Definitely a man thing not to measure. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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JEN on April 25, 2012 at 15:14 said:

These look TASTY! I love “Dad” recipes! Oh and I’ve never heard of moss curled parsley…. looking up now. 🙂

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 15:18 said:
  
  Hi Jen, these really were the bomb! Guess moss curled is also known as curly leaf? Have a super day. 🙂
  
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chefconnie on April 25, 2012 at 15:19 said:

Meatballs…yummy. Those look perfect. Great job Dad!!

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 15:39 said:
  
  Thanks Connie! Dad will be very proud to her how his meatballs are liked. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Bam's Kitchen on April 25, 2012 at 15:24 said:

I am so glad you were actually able to get this recipe documented. So many family recipes just get lost and now you and your family will always have this “guestimated recipe” in your archives for future enjoyment. Take care, BAM

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 15:40 said:
  
  And a few photos to keep with the archives too Bam. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Catalina @ Cake with Love on April 25, 2012 at 16:36 said:

I love meatballs, they are so juicy and cute!!

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 16:51 said:
  
  Hi Catalina, thanks for stopping by. Not sure why but I don’t make meatballs very often – need to reassess that, especially when they are as scrumptious as dad’s. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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  - Catalina @ Cake with Love on April 25, 2012 at 16:56 said:
    
    Me too, sometimes I just forget how much we love them and don’t make them for months!
    
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    - thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 17:15 said:
      
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sportsglutton on April 25, 2012 at 16:46 said:

Now that is what I call a meatball recipe! I’ll take a double order Mandy. 😉

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 16:51 said:
  
  *Dashes off to find suitable Fedex container and packaging.* Glad you like the recipe Jed. 🙂
  
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cravesadventure on April 25, 2012 at 18:48 said:

Pop One in My Mouth Right Now – YUM!!!

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 20:34 said:
  
  *Catapults a meatball*. These really are scrumptious and reheated beautifully too. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Caroline on April 25, 2012 at 19:39 said:

Ohh these sound delicious!! Love the combo of balsamic, soy sauce and Worcestershire. Those flavors work so well together. 🙂

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- thecompletecookbook on April 25, 2012 at 20:34 said:
  
  They really do compliment each other well Caroline. Have a great day. 🙂
  
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princeproductions on April 25, 2012 at 21:24 said:

very lovely!! I need to try making meatballs from scratch

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- thecompletecookbook on April 26, 2012 at 08:38 said:
  
  Welcome and thanks for stopping by Princeproductions. Meatballs are really super easy to make. Enjoy. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Geni - Sweet and Crumby on April 25, 2012 at 21:37 said:

Your dad is a very nice guy to come and make meatballs for you. These look scrumptious!

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- thecompletecookbook on April 26, 2012 at 08:38 said:
  
  Think we should have a compulsory “dad” meal with every visit. 😉 Have a super day Geni. 🙂
  
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Kristy on April 26, 2012 at 00:42 said:

I’ve never been a big fan of meatballs, but I have to say that these look pretty darn good. i like the use of balsamic vinegar too! 🙂

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- thecompletecookbook on April 26, 2012 at 08:39 said:
  
  I bet Mr N and Miss A would love these. Have a great day Kristy. 🙂
  
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Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide on April 26, 2012 at 02:20 said:

I’ve never done that flour trick. Those look great.

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- thecompletecookbook on April 26, 2012 at 08:39 said:
  
  They were delicious Greg. Have a great day. 🙂
  
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thedrivencook on April 26, 2012 at 04:04 said:

I love meatballs and will have to try your recipe! I like the flavors you’ve put in to them to make them unique!

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- thecompletecookbook on April 26, 2012 at 08:40 said:
  
  Thanks Ashely, dad will be thrilled to hear that you like his combination of flavours. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Bluejellybeans on April 26, 2012 at 09:42 said:

They look delicious and I have all the ingredients at home (but the braai mix) so we are having meatballs for lunch, yay! 🙂

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- thecompletecookbook on April 26, 2012 at 10:30 said:
  
  Awesome Giovanna – enjoy! I would love to hear how you like them. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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  - Bluejellybeans on April 27, 2012 at 09:34 said:
    
    Hi again!
    I made your recipe yesterday for lunch and it was a hit!! I couldn’t stop eating them 😉 I uploaded some pictures from the process to my twitter, but forgot to upload the final product, anyway, they weren’t as pretty as yours… Thanks for a wonderful recipe!
    
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    - thecompletecookbook on April 27, 2012 at 11:35 said:
      
      Awesome! so pleased they were such a hit Giovanna. It’s great getting feedback, thank you. Have an awesome weekend. 🙂
      
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hotlyspiced on April 26, 2012 at 14:17 said:

You’ve had so many comments I can just tell that everyone loves your Dad’s meatballs. Have you ever told him he should have a blog? And what a great recipe – even though the ingredients are ‘a little bit of this and a little bit of that’ I would like to try this – I know it will be a winner in my family. I’ll let you know how I go xx

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- thecompletecookbook on April 26, 2012 at 14:47 said:
  
  You are so kind Charlie, thank you! I think dad would just tell me to blog about it for him. 😉 I look forward to hearing how the family enjoy dad’s meatballs. Have a super day. 🙂 xo
  
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Kitchen Belleicious on April 26, 2012 at 17:58 said:

you can just see the flavor oozing out of that second picture! RICH and DELICIOUS

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- thecompletecookbook on April 26, 2012 at 18:10 said:
  
  Thanks Belle! They were very moreish! Have an awesome day. 🙂
  
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hilarymb on April 26, 2012 at 19:58 said:

Hi Mandy .. love meat balls – I usually put in cumin, which I adore, I eat most of the before they’re out the pot!! Cheers I’ve subscribed so now I’ m in touch .. Hilary

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- thecompletecookbook on April 27, 2012 at 07:13 said:
  
  Hi Hilary, welcome and thanks for stopping by. Cumin sounds like a great addition to meatballs, I shall have to add some when I next make meatballs. Have a super day. 🙂
  
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Karista on April 27, 2012 at 08:19 said:

Love, love meatballs and this recipe looks so good! Happy weekend Mandy!

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- thecompletecookbook on April 27, 2012 at 08:50 said:
  
  Thanks Karista. This is a winner of a recipe. Have a lovely day. 🙂
  
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Martha on April 28, 2012 at 03:27 said:

These little meatballs sound scrumptious! I will look for that spice too!

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- thecompletecookbook on April 28, 2012 at 15:13 said:
  
  I would love to hear if you can find the spice Martha. 🙂
  
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Chica Andaluza on April 29, 2012 at 13:42 said:

Ooh these were understandably very popular, it took me ages to get down here to leave a comment! I adore meatballs and I love the flavours your dad has added. Lucky you too that he made them for you 🙂

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- thecompletecookbook on April 29, 2012 at 19:27 said:
  
  Dad’s meatballs are proving to be very popular Tanya. It was very special of dad to make them for us. Have an awesome week ahead. 🙂
  
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bitsandbreadcrumbs on April 29, 2012 at 18:17 said:

Love reading new meatball recipes and this one with the balsamic and the worcestershire sauce sounds terrific….and like something my dad would have made! 🙂

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- thecompletecookbook on April 29, 2012 at 19:29 said:
  
  We have special dads Betsy. Have a lovely day. 🙂
  
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