Mediterranean meatballs

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Cooking time: Less than 15 minutes

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Healthy options: Egg free; Gluten free; Healthy; Nut free

Type: Meatball

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Ingredients

2 x 125g SunRice Quick Cups Chicken Rice in 40 Seconds
400g lean beef or veal mince
200g ricotta
1 egg
1 teaspoon dried oregano
sea salt and black pepper to taste
800ml tomato puree
200ml water or stock
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley
parmesan cheese to serve

Preparation method

1. Mix together mince, ricotta, egg, oregano, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Roll into bite-size meatballs.

2. Heat tomato puree, water or stock, sugar and smoked paprika in a pot until it comes to the boil. Drop in the meatballs, cover and simmer for 5 minutes until cooked.

3. Microwave SunRice Quick Cups Chicken Rice in 40 Seconds as per pack instructions.

4. Divide rice between serving dishes and top with the meatballs and sauce.

5. Garnish with fresh parsley and parmesan.

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