Description
Spaghetti and Meatballs (Halal) is a beloved Italian classic that promises to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. This delightful dish features tender, juicy meatballs made from halal ground beef or lamb, simmered in a rich marinara sauce and served over perfectly cooked spaghetti. Enhanced with aromatic herbs and spices, each bite delivers a burst of flavor that makes it a favorite for family dinners or special gatherings. With simple preparation steps, this recipe is accessible to cooks of all skill levels, ensuring that anyone can recreate this comforting meal at home. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, this Spaghetti and Meatballs (Halal) recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1 pound halal ground beef or lamb
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Shape into 1-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Heat marinara sauce in a saucepan.
- Add baked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Drain spaghetti and serve topped with meatballs and sauce. Garnish with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (335g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - Substitute ground chicken or turkey for a leaner option. - Use gluten-free breadcrumbs or pasta for gluten-free variations. - Add grated cheese to the meatball mixture for extra flavor.