Mondeghili

Mondeghili

Mondeghili is a traditional meatball dish from Milan, Italy. It's made from leftover boiled meats, typically veal and beef, mixed with bread soaked in milk, eggs, and grated cheese.

Ingredients

  • Butter (for frying)
  • Breadcrumbs (for coating)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • Parsley (a handful, chopped)
  • Garlic (1 clove, minced)
  • Grated parmesan cheese (50 grams)
  • Eggs (2)
  • Bread (100 grams, soaked in milk and squeezed)
  • Leftover boiled meats (500 grams)

Instructions

  1. Chop the boiled meats finely or grind them in a meat grinder.
  2. In a bowl, combine the chopped meat, soaked bread, eggs, cheese, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well until you get a homogeneous mixture.
  3. Shape the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.
  4. Roll the meatballs in breadcrumbs until they are evenly coated.
  5. In a large frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  6. Add the meatballs and cook until they are golden brown on all sides, about 10 minutes.
  7. Serve the mondeghili hot, as a main course or as an appetizer.

Dietary Information

Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 350 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 20g • Protein: 25g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 3g