Stewed Meatball

From WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Stewed Meatball is a popular dish in various cuisines around the world. It consists of meatballs that are slowly cooked or stewed in a sauce or broth. The meatballs can be made from a variety of meats, including beef, pork, chicken, or lamb, and are often mixed with breadcrumbs, eggs, and seasonings before being formed into balls.

Preparation[edit | edit source]

The preparation of stewed meatballs involves several steps. First, the meat is ground and mixed with breadcrumbs, eggs, and seasonings to form a mixture. This mixture is then shaped into balls, which are typically browned in a pan before being added to the stew. The stew itself is often made from a base of broth, tomato sauce, or other flavorful liquids, and may include vegetables such as onions, carrots, and celery. The meatballs are then simmered in the stew until they are fully cooked.

Variations[edit | edit source]

There are many variations of stewed meatballs around the world. In Italy, for example, meatballs are often stewed in a tomato-based sauce and served with pasta. In Sweden, meatballs are typically served in a creamy gravy. In the Middle East, meatballs, or kofte, are often stewed with vegetables and served with rice or bread.

Nutritional Value[edit | edit source]

Stewed meatballs can be a good source of protein, especially if made with lean meats. However, they can also be high in fat and sodium, depending on the ingredients used in the meatballs and the stew.

See Also[edit | edit source]

WikiMD
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Search WikiMD

Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Let Food Be Thy Medicine
Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates

WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD