One-Pan Orzo Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

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One-Pan Orzo Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Enjoy a comforting, flavorful one-pan meal featuring juicy spiced meatballs, a rich tomato sauce, tender orzo, and sweet green peas. This dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.

2,286kcal

4 Portions · 1,754 g

Protein
142 g
Carbohydrates
185 g
Fat
101 g
Fiber
33 g
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4

g
  • minced meat500 grams
  • Parsley1 bunch
  • Salt1 teaspoon
  • Black Pepper½ teaspoon
  • Turmeric½ teaspoon
  • Garlic2 cloves
  • Sweet Paprika Powder1 teaspoon
  • Cayenne Pepper¼ teaspoon
  • Savory1 teaspoon
  • Tomato Concentrate2 tablespoons
  • Butter1 tablespoon
  • Cherry Tomato1
  • Diced tomatoes1
  • Orzo200 grams
  • Frozen Pea300 grams

Preparation

  1. 1

    Place the minced meat, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, turmeric, minced garlic, sweet paprika powder, cayenne pepper, savory, and tomato concentrate into a large bowl.

  2. 2

    Mix the ingredients together until thoroughly combined.

  3. 3

    Shape the mixture into small, even meatballs.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat.

  2. 5

    Fry the meatballs until they are browned on all sides.

  3. 6

    Pour the cans of tomatoes into the pan.

  4. 7

    Add the orzo to the tomato and meatball mixture.

  5. 8

    Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes.

    Timer10 min
  6. 9

    Stir occasionally during simmering to prevent sticking.

  7. 10

    Stir the frozen peas into the pan.

  8. 11

    Cook everything for an additional 5 minutes until the peas are heated through and the orzo is tender.

    Timer5 min

Serving

  1. 12

    Garnish with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese before serving, if desired.

1 Recipe Review

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Marcel Aichberger

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