Description
Delight your taste buds with these flavorful and lean Bison Meatballs. Made with ground bison and a blend of herbs and seasonings, these meatballs are perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground bison
- 1 large egg
- â…“ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Cooking:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for searing)
- 1 cup marinara sauce (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground bison, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, onion, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the Meatballs: Form the mixture into 1 ½-inch meatballs (approximately 16–18 meatballs).
- Sear the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until browned.
- Cook the Meatballs: Reduce heat, cover, and cook for an additional 5–7 minutes until cooked through. Alternatively, bake at 400°F for 15–18 minutes on a lined baking sheet.
- Serve: Enjoy the meatballs with warm marinara sauce if desired.
Notes
- Bison is lean, so avoid overcooking to maintain tenderness.
- Meatballs can be frozen once cooked and cooled for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
