Meatballs are one of the best ways to transform simple ingredients into a memorable dish. Here, they're bathed in a velvety sauce enriched with delicately fibrous chard and meltingly tender artichokes, all enhanced with generous spices. It's a classic on our tables that delights with every bite. Easy to prepare and generously portioned, this recipe is perfect for a meal with family or friends.
Practical information
Preparation time: 25 minutes
Cooking time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Estimated calories: approximately 350 kcal per serving
Estimated average price: approximately 85 ₪ for the recipe
Ingredients
- 500g of minced meat (or minced chicken)
- Half a bunch of chard (or celery)
- A bunch of fresh coriander
- Breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 5 onions
- 300g of frozen artichokes
- Salt
- Pepper
- Saffron
- Laurel
- Olive oil
Preparation steps
- Prepare the stuffing: mix the minced meat with the egg, two finely chopped onions, the breadcrumbs, two tablespoons of olive oil, pepper and salt. Form into even meatballs and set aside.
- Clean the chard by removing the strings, cut it into pieces and soak it in lemon water. Boil it for 15 minutes, then drain it.
- Prepare the sauce: sauté the remaining 3 finely chopped onions in 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the half-cooked chard, the thawed artichokes, and the meatballs.
- Cover with water and add the saffron, bay leaf, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer gently for 1 hour.
- At the end of cooking, stir in the chopped fresh coriander and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot with tagliatelle, rice, mashed potatoes or green beans according to your preferences.
This recipe is stress-free and can even be made the day before: its flavors will only improve when reheated. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months for a last-minute meal that's always delicious.
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