Jul 14 2026

Oh No! Balls Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

A surprise ball of flavor.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Mixture

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.

  2. 2

    Add Egg

    Crack the egg into the mixture and mix until fully incorporated.

  3. 3

    Form Balls

    Take a small amount of the mixture and flatten it in your hand. Place a cube of mozzarella cheese in the center, then fold the mixture around the cheese to form a ball. Repeat until all the mixture is used.

  4. 4

    Heat Olive Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  5. 5

    Cook the Balls

    Add the formed balls to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and cooked through.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Remove from heat and serve warm as an appetizer or main dish. Enjoy the surprise of melted mozzarella inside!

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