Easy Meatballs with Gravy

Meatballs with gravy are a comfort food champion. It is a hearty and comforting dish that combines tender, seasoned meatballs with a rich, savory gravy. Served over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice, this classic dish is a warm and filling comfort food perfect for family dinners. It is fast to make, so also a great option during the week.

Meatballs with Gravy Ingredients

Ingredients for the meatballs:

• 500 g Ground Beef
• ½ Onion, chopped very small
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Egg
• ¼ cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 Tablespoon Fresh Parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
• ½ teaspoon Salt
• ½ teaspoon Black pepper
• ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon Paprika

Ingredients for the gravy:

• 2 teaspoon Chicken bouillon
• 2 teaspoon Beef bouillon
• 2¼ cups Water (boiling) (600ml)
• 2 Tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
• ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
• ½ teaspoon Black pepper

How to Make the Best Meatballs with Gravy

Step-by-step to make Meatballs

1. Place all ingredients into a bowl and mix it well. Use your hands.
2. Make 1 inch balls (about 30 grams each meatball).
3. Cook the meatballs in a pan on medium-high heat. 5 minutes on one side, flip the meatballs, cook for another 3 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the pan and reserve.

How to Make Homemade Gravy for Meatballs

1. Use the same you cooked the meatballs to make the gravy (leave the leftover oil). Add the Cornstarch, all seasons to the pan and mix it well.
2. Add the water and keep mixing it for about 3 minutes, until it thickens and boils.
3. Add the meatballs back to the pan and let it simmer them together with the gravy for another 2 minutes. Serve it on top of mashed potatoes.

Here you can find my recipe for mashed potatoes.

Tips for Perfect Meatballs Every Time

1. I think the most important tip while making meatballs is to not overwork the minced meat: Gently mix the meat and ingredients to prevent the meatballs from becoming tough and dense.
2. Another important steps is to simmer the meatballs into the sauce. Once the meatballs are browned, simmer them in the gravy to soak up the flavors and stay moist.

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