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40 of Marion’s best mince recipes

Marion Grasby — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 23:56:37 +0000

40 of Marion’s best mince recipes

Basic mince recipes begone! Transform the way you use ground meat.

If you’re in a bit of a beef mince rut and you’re desperate to use your ground meat for something other than the ol’ faithful spag bol, these meal ideas are for you. From curries and tacos to soups and more, these best of the best mince recipes that Marion has created over the years will inspire your weeknight cooking. Quick, easy and versatile, we’ve got the goods using ground beef, pork, chicken and turkey.

Japanese Chicken Curry Udon

Considered real Japanese comfort food, Japanese-style curry is typically eaten with rice and crumbed chicken or pork. The only way to make that more delicious is to turn it into a soup – think thick, chewy udon noodles, boosted with savoury chicken mince and finished with a whole raft of fun and delish toppings of your choosing. This is one mince recipe you don’t want to miss!

Massaman Meatballs

Now here’s a fun way to use up your Thai massaman curry paste AND your minced meat: make meatballs! Not only are we using those fragrant flavours in the meat itself, but we’re also creating a delicious curry sauce that’s just begging to be mopped up with some fresh bread.

Thai 'Krapow' Pizza

Spicy pork mince, chillies and fragrant Thai basil, all on top of a crispy, chewy homemade pizza base? And did I mention there’s cheese involved, too? So much yes! My fusion pizza brings all those wonderful pad krapow Asian flavours onto your guilty pleasure.

Spicy Beef Sambal Noodles

Get set for noodles with a kick! If you’re looking to whip up a deliciously spicy meal in under 30 minutes, this ones for you. Here’s how to maximise beefiness, spice and all things nice in this killer dish.

Lemongrass Pork Skewers

Now THIS is a sandwich recipe! Crunchy baguettes stuffed with lemongrass-fragranced pork mince, fresh lettuce and chilli sauce for added punch. This is a perfect way to use ground pork in a summertime sandwich that isn’t just a hamburger. It’ll be love at first bite – promise.

Thai Green Curry Meatballs

Soft and tender chicken mince meatballs poached in a spicy Thai green curry sauce, with gorgeous Asian greens for added bite… what’s not to love? Perfect for weeknight dinners when you want curry in a hurry.

Sichuan Pepper Beef & Broccoli Noodles

Beef mince is the weeknight hero ingredient to get behind. Here, we’re really giving it a whammy of flavour with the numbingly good Sichuan peppercorns and a simple but killer sauce. The broccoli adds crunch and freshness – try it out with broccolini or bok choy if you’re after something different.

Beijing-style Noodles (Zha Jiang Mian)

Spag bol but not as you know it! This Chinese-esque bolognese sauce is a true weeknight hero. It’s full of rich, satisfying, porky flavours, with mushrooms added for a bit more veggie goodness. It’s easy to make, plus as the flavours are mild enough for kids, it’s bound to become a family staple in no time.

Quick Chorizo Beef Tacos

In a bit of a time crunch? Don’t stress, these tacos will have you devouring all their meaty goodness in just 15 minutes! Yep, we’re rocking the retro vibes and bringing back crunchy shells, filled with fresh toppings and a deliciously charred beef and chorizo mix that’s smoky and spicy. Nostalgia never tasted so good.

Sweet & Sour Noodles with Pork

Tangy pork mince and chewy noodles are the heroes of this delicious sweet and sour dish. The addition of Sichuan pepper really brings on a delightful hum in your mouth, but feel free to leave it out if it’s not to your liking.

Quick(ish) Asian Ragu

Ragu, spaghetti with meat sauce or just plain ol’ spag bol… it’s delicious whatever you want to call it! My version uses both ground beef and ground pork, and is spiked with some unconventional Asian ingredients, but is all the better for it. Get ready to discover your new favourite version of an old family classic.

Asian Breakfast Skillet

Get your day off to a ‘cracking’ start, with these insanely good breakfast eggs with pops of peppery pork. The addition of mince to this one makes it ultra easy, it’ll be done and dusted in under 15 minutes, making it the perfect fuel for a lazy weekend.

Spicy Kimchi Pork Noodles

Fiery pork noodles? Yep, so hot right now. Dive into this bowl of pure comfort and lose yourself in the spicy goodness. This one’s for the mince lovers who need a little spice in their life.

Air Fryer Cheeseburger Spring Rolls

Cheeseburgers are my absolute guilty pleasure, which is exactly why they inspired this fun spring roll recipe! The perfect party pleaser, these will go down a treat with your family and friends. And thanks to the air fryer, there’s no deep-frying in sight. A fun way to use mince that you probably haven’t considered before!

Aloo Keema & Cumin Rice

I’m always shocked at how much flavour you can pack into beef mince, but this recipe really shows how vibrant and versatile this staple supermarket ingredient can be. This savoury mince is bursting with Indian spices, plus the tender potato adds a lovely creaminess.

Char Siu Glazed Meatloaf

An old-school favourite with an Asian twist – my meatloaf uses pork and veal mince, and Chinese char siu sauce for extra flavour. This new take on an old faithful is set to be a fan favourite in every household – try it, trust me.

Beef Nasi Goreng

This famous Indonesian fried rice is bursting with umami goodness, and the addition of beef mince keeps the prep and cook time to a minimum. Ideal for weeknights, this sweet and savoury stir-fried dish is quick, delicious and simple to make.

Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Cups

Zhuzh up your weeknight dinner offering with these budget-friendly but big-on-flavour lettuce cups. Lettuce, beef mince, they’re simple, they’re delicious, they’re set to be a new household classic.

Thai Chicken Meatball Red Curry

This quick curry will be a weeknight favourite. Make your own easy chicken meatballs, add the contents of Marion’s Kitchen Thai Red Curry kit and dinner will be on the table quicksmart. The addition of mince and a meal kit make this flavour packed dinner SUPER quick.

Marion's Best Lasagne

Cheesy layers, optimum beefiness, rich sauce… you guys, this lasagne is next level, and doesn’t take a whole day to make. It’s not your traditional lasagne, of course – but with a few tips and a couple unconventional ingredients you’re going to have another dinner staple on your hands!

Super Quick & Spicy Pork Noodle Soup

If you want an amazing soup but you don’t want to spend hours labouring over your stovetop – this is the one. Thia super quick and spicy pork noodle soup is done and dusted in just 20 minutes! Super-quick and super-yum, it’s a comforting classic when you’re in a rush.

Thai Spicy Pork & Egg Breakfast

When it comes to breakfast food, cereal or toast ain’t got nothin’ on this: hot and spicy pork with golden eggs and handfuls of fresh herbs. You’ll be up before your alarm with the promise of a breakfast like this one!

San Choy Bow Meatball Lettuce Cups

Meatballs. Oftentimes, they can be a bit… well… ‘meh’-balls. No longer! I’ve got just the technique to make them juicy, soft and tender. Chuck ‘em in a lettuce cup to add some extra flair to your not-so-mundane meatballs and you’re good to go.

Chilli Pan Mee

There’s spicy, and then there’s this dish. If ever there was a tolerance test for how hot you can stand it, this would be it! Yes it’s fiery, but it’s also totally fabulous. If you’re up for a spice-filled challenge, this one’s for you.

Malaysian-style Beef Murtabaks

Curry, beef, pastry – what more could you possibly ask for from a recipe? This is not your standard way to use beef mince. Yes, they’re a labour of love, but all good things to those who wait, I reckon!

Marion's Best Spaghetti Meatballs

I’m calling it: these meatballs are the bomb! Packed full of flavour, yet still so soft and tender, they’re the perfect companion to my epic tomato sauce and a bowl of freshly cooked spaghetti. If you’re looking to level up your meatball game, this is the way to go about it.

Sichuan-style Shepherd’s Pie

The comfort factor with this dish is off the charts! A savoury, meaty filling meets creamy, cheesy mashed potato for a match made in heaven. This is comfort food but not how you may know it.

Quick Chicken & Peanut Udon

When you’re short on time (hello, weeknights!) but in need of big, full-on flavour, look no further than these peanutty stir-fried udon noodles. My handy shortcuts and of course the ever faithful addition of chicken mince will get this family-friendly dinner on the table in less than 15 minutes.

'Ants Climbing a Tree' Noodles

Spice fans will love my take on this Sichuan classic: beef mince and a rich, spicy sauce that soaks into bouncy noodles. Guys, this weeknight dinner is a goodie for all the right reasons. Prepare to add this one to your regular, weeknight menu.

Hoisin Beef Noodles

Dive into a bowl of these savoury, bouncy noodles, overflowing with delish, charred beef mince… no soggy, greyness in sight, I promise! My secret trick will get you winning results, every time.

Superfood Fried Rice

Feeling in need of a healthier fix? My fried rice is packed full of lean protein, green vegetables and grains. Your fave takeaway feast but better for you. Enjoy one of the classics totally guilt free!

Pork & Tomato Gravy Noodles

This pork & tomato dish isn’t something you’d find in many Thai restaurants, but it’s definitely something you’d find me eating at home on my couch. The texture of the fresh noodles combined with the peppery, porky gravy is just so so good. Comforting, delicious, it’s everything and more.

Lion's Head Meatballs

These succulent, juicy meatballs are melt-in-your-mouth yum, and it’s all thanks to the steaming action. I recommend you serve these as a shared appetiser with your nearest and dearest (or you could keep the whole plate to yourself, I won’t tell!).

Korean-style Beef Fried Rice

Mix up your fried rice options with this spicy Korean-inspired version – it’s a goodie! Vegies, egg, beef mince and more all make friends in this winning savoury dish. And, for the perfect grains, don’t forget day-old rice is what you need! This is better than your run-of-the-mill fried rice.

Thai-style Mini Sausage Rolls

Sausage rolls – who doesn’t love them? These delectable mini sausage rolls are the ultimate party food… make them and watch them fly off the table! Bursting with Thai flavours, these bite-sized beauties are even better dipped into a sweet chilli sauce.

15-minute Pork & Sesame Udon

Chewy, satisfying and full of sesame deliciousness – yum! Dinner is on the table in 15 minutes with this quick and easy stir-fry noodle dish. I like to add a sprinkling of chilli powder to crank up the spice factor, but feel free to customise as you wish.

Mum's Super Quick Asian Meatballs

I loved these pork meatballs as a kid, and I definitely haven’t grown out of them! With a standout Thai taste, they’re super yum. You can even make my homemade Thai sweet chilli sauce, which is perfect for dippage!

Chicken & Carrot Confetti Fried Rice

This kid-friendly fried rice is a big hit in my household – it’s packed full of veggies, has zero spice (although you can add yours after you serve the little ones!) and has fun egg ‘noodles’ on top. Both the young and the young-at-heart will love this total crowd-pleaser.

Crispy Thai Pork Toasts

The perfect party food, these bite-sized pork toasts are totally moreish – you can’t just stop at one! I loved these as a kid, with their crispy, savoury goodness, dipped into sticky, sweet sauce. Amazing! Easy and delicious: what’s not to love?

Sriracha Pork Burgers

Burgers are a classic way to use mince, and this one has all the spicy, porky, pickley goodness you’ve been needing in your life. You’ll be surprised how easy it is to prep the ingredients, and then everyone can assemble their own burger bun with more or less spice, according to taste.

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Meatball Sub Bao Buns

Marion Grasby — Tue, 18 Oct 2022 08:08:57 +0000

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To make the bao buns, empty the bao mix into a large bowl. Make a well in the centre and pour in water and oil according to packet instructions, then mix until the dough starts to come together. Lightly grease your work surface with oil, empty mixture onto your bench and knead for 5 minutes until smooth. Shape into a ball, then transfer to a clean bowl. Cover bowl with cling film and set aside for 90 minutes to proof.

Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F). To make the meatballs, combine the ingredients in a large bowl. Mix until just combined, as overmixing will result in a tougher texture. Form mixture into meatballs a little smaller than a golf ball. Place the meatballs onto a tray lined with baking paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until lightly golden.

For the miso tomato sauce, heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook for a minute until fragrant. Add the bay leaf, star anise and dried chilli. Then add the whole peeled tomatoes, including the juices. Break up the tomatoes a little with a wooden spoon. Add the tomato paste, miso paste and soy sauce. Mix, then simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring every so often (if the sauce starts to thicken too much, add a little water).

Let’s get back to the dough. Once it’s risen, knead the dough for another 5 minutes, then divide the dough into 6 even portions. Next, divide each of the 6 portions in half again so you have 12 in total, then roll each out into a sausage-like shape. Cross over 2 logs at their centre, then braid each end over one another, and tuck the edges under. Transfer to a tray lined with baking paper, then repeat with remaining dough to create 6 braided subs. Allow to rest for a final 15 minutes.

Place in a steamer basket and cook for 10-12 mins, or until light, fluffy and cooked through.

Remove and discard the bay leaf, star anise and dried chilli from the miso tomato sauce. Carefully transfer the cooked meatballs into the tomato sauce and gently mix – those meatballs will be very tender! Add the parsley and carefully mix again. Set aside for later.

Butterfly the baguette baos in half without cutting all the way through, then open up and place the saucy meatballs inside. Top with a little extra sauce, plenty of parmesan cheese and some extra chopped parsley.

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Massaman Meatballs

Marion Grasby — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 06:29:02 +0000

Massaman Meatballs

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Preheat a fan-forced oven to 170°C (340°F).

In a large mixing bowl, combine the beef mince, breadcrumbs, egg, curry paste, onion and a good pinch of both salt and pepper. Using your hands, mix all ingredients until well incorporated, then form into golf-ball-sized meatballs. Transfer meatballs to a baking tray lined with baking paper, then transfer to the preheated oven and cook for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, to make the curry sauce, place a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and massaman curry paste and saute the paste for 1-2 minutes until lovely and fragrant. Now add the coconut cream and ½ cup of water and cook for 5 minutes until heated through. Reduce heat to low.

Once the meatballs are cooked through in the oven, transfer them to the massaman curry sauce. Stir gently until they are evenly coated, then continue cooking for a further 5 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.

Transfer to serving plates, then sprinkle with sliced red chilli and coriander. Serve with crusty baguette.

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Sweet & Sour Meatballs

Marion Grasby — Sun, 15 Aug 2021 04:40:41 +0000

Sweet & Sour Meatballs

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This quick and easy take on the Chinese takeaway classic is seriously good, and the homemade sauce is sticky, glossy and utterly gorgeous. I love using fresh pineapple in my sweet and sour sauce to make it fragrant and fabulous, but you can totally use a tinned variety to save time on those busy weeknights.

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SWEET & SOUR MEATBALLS

PREP TIME

10 minutes

COOK TIME

15 minutes

SERVES

4

Ingredients

2 tbsp vegetable oil

500g (1 lb) pre-made mini meatballs

1 onion, sliced

1 capsicum (bell pepper), cut into bite-sized pieces

1 cup diced fresh pineapple

4 spring onions (scallions), trimmed, green and white parts cut into 3cm (just over 1”) batons

steamed rice, to serve

Sweet & sour sauce:

½ cup brown sugar

3 tbsp white vinegar

2 tbsp tomato ketchup

1 tbsp light soy sauce

1/3 cup pineapple juice

¼ tsp Chinese five spice

2 tsp cornflour (cornstarch), mixed with 2 tbsp water

Steps

To make the sweet & sour sauce, place the brown sugar, vinegar, tomato ketchup, soy sauce, pineapple juice and Chinese five spice in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Simmer for 5 minutes or until the sugar has dissolved. Add cornflour mixture to the sauce and simmer for a further 2 minutes to thicken. Remove from heat and set aside.

Heat a clean wok or large frying pan over high heat. Add the oil and the meatballs and cook, turning every so often, for 4-5 minutes or until almost cooked through. Add the onion and stir-fry for another 2 minutes. Add the capsicum and stir-fry for another minute. Then add the pineapple and the sweet & sour sauce. Stir-fry until well combined. Remove from heat and toss through the spring onion. Serve with steamed rice.

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San Choy Bow Meatball Lettuce Cups

Marion Grasby — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 09:40:52 +0000

San Choy Bow Meatball Lettuce Cups

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Meatballs. Oftentimes, they can be a bit... well... more ‘meh’-balls. No longer! I’ve got just the technique to make them juicy, soft and tender. Enjoy!

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SAN CHOY BOW MEATBALL LETTUCE CUPS

PREP TIME

10 minutes

COOK TIME

15 minutes

SERVES

4

Ingredients

1 x Marion’s Kitchen San Choy Bow Kit, which includes:

– VERMICELLI NOODLES

– SAN CHOY BOW SAUCE

– WATER CHESTNUTS

– CRUSHED PEANUTS

2 tbsp vegetable oil

herbs, to serve (e.g. mint and coriander)

slice cucumber, to serve

sliced chillies, to serve

lettuce leaves, to serve

Meatballs:

½ cup panko breadcrumbs

¼ cup milk

500g (1 lb) pork mince

¼ cup finely sliced spring onion (scallions)

2 garlic cloves, finely grated or minced

1 tsp sea salt

Steps

For the meatballs, place the breadcrumbs and the milk into a small bowl. Mix and allow to soak for a minute until softened.

When the breadcrumbs are soft and mushy, place them in a large bowl along with the remaining meatball ingredients. Open up the WATER CHESTNUT sachet from the kit and pour the contents into a fine sieve to drain away the liquid. Add the water chestnuts to the meatball mixture. Mix until well combined.

Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick wok or frying pan over high heat. Wet your hands (this helps the mixture from sticking to your fingers) and roll small meatballs and add them straight into the hot pan as you go. Allow to sear for 2-3 minutes before turning and searing on the other side for another 2 minutes.

Pour in the SAN CHOY BOW SAUCE and mix well. Allow to simmer for 4-5 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly and the meatballs are cooked through.

In the meantime, cook the VERMICELLI NOODLES. Soak them in hot water for 3 minutes or until just softened. Drain and rinse under tap water to stop them cooking any further. Drain again and use scissors to cut the noodles into a more manageable length. Transfer noodles to a serving plate.

Once your meatballs are cooked, sprinkle over the CRUSHED PEANUTS and transfer the meatballs to a serving plate. Serve family-style with loads of fresh herbs, sliced cucumber, sliced chillies and lettuce to wrap everything up.

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Crispy Thai Laab Meatballs

Marion Grasby — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 10:46:16 +0000

Crispy Thai Laab Meatballs

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If you thought meatballs were always bland and tasteless, think again. These gorgeous bites are crunchy and gnarly on the outside, but jam-packed with freshness and flavour on the inside. So good, you won’t be able to stop.

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CRISPY THAI LAAB MEATBALLS

PREP TIME

5 minutes

COOK TIME

30 minutes

SERVES

Makes 20

Ingredients

1 tbsp raw glutinous rice (also known as sticky rice)*

1 tbsp palm sugar

3 tbsp fish sauce

2 tbsp lime juice

3 tsp chilli powder (or to taste)

500g (1 lb) pork mince

2 small red Asian shallots, finely chopped

1/4 cup mint leaves, finely chopped, plus extra leaves for serving

1/4 cup finely chopped coriander (cilantro)

1/4 cup finely sliced spring onions (scallions)

vegetable oil for deep frying

cucumber slices, to serve

Steps

Toast the rice in a dry frying pan over high heat until golden brown. Use a mortar and pestle to ground the toasted grains to a fine powder.

To make a seasoning/dipping sauce, in a small bowl, mix half the rice powder with the palm sugar, fish sauce, lime juice and chilli powder. Set aside for later.

In a large bowl, add the pork mince, shallot, mint, coriander, spring onion and the remainder of the rice powder. Add three-quarters of the spicy seasoning sauce you made earlier (reserve the remainder and serve as a dipping sauce). Mix well and form into small bite-sized meatballs.

Fill a wok or saucepan about one-third full with oil. When the oil is hot, add the meatballs in batches and cook for about 3 minutes or until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towel. Serve warm with extra mint leaves, cucumber and the reserved dipping sauce.

NOTES:
– Using glutinous or sticky rice will give you a softer rice powder. If glutinous rice is unavailable you can still use regular long grain rice to add a similar toasty flavour with a slightly crunchier texture

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Awesome balls

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Best meatballs ever

I just made this for dinner and it came out delicious I mean it was the best meatballs l ever tasted. So easy and so simple and yet sooooo delicious. Thanks for sharing this.

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Marion’s Best Spaghetti Meatballs

Marion Grasby — Tue, 10 Aug 2021 12:35:59 +0000

Marion’s Best Spaghetti Meatballs

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I’m calling it: these meatballs are the bomb! Packed full of flavour, yet still so soft and tender, they’re the perfect companion to my epic tomato sauce and a bowl of freshly cooked spaghetti. All together now… yum!

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MARION’S BEST SPAGHETTI MEATBALLS

PREP TIME

10 minutes

COOK TIME

50 minutes

SERVES

6

Ingredients

500g (1.1 lb) dried spaghetti

extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling

finely grated parmesan cheese, to serve

Miso tomato sauce:

3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

4 garlic cloves, sliced

2 x 400g/14 oz cans whole peeled tomatoes

2 tbsp tomato paste

2 tbsp miso paste

1 bay leaf

2 star anise

1 dried chilli

3 tbsp soy sauce

Meatballs:

½ cup panko breadcrumbs

3 tbsp milk

100g (3.5 oz) ricotta

½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese

1 egg

2 garlic cloves, finely grated

500g (1.1 lb) beef mince

200g (7 oz) pork mince

1 tsp fennel seeds

½ tsp freshly grated nutmeg

2 tbsp finely chopped parsley

2 tsp sea salt

finely grated zest of 1 lemon

Steps

Preheat oven to 180°C/356°F.

For the miso tomato sauce, heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook for a minute. Then add the whole peeled tomatoes, including the juices. Break up the tomatoes a little with a wooden spoon. Add the tomato paste, miso paste, bay leaf, star anise, dried chilli and soy sauce. Mix, then simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring every so often (if the sauce starts to thicken too much, add a little water).

For the meatballs, combine the panko breadcrumbs with the milk. Set aside for 2-3 minutes.

In the meantime, line a baking tray with baking paper. Place all the other meatball ingredients in a large bowl. Then add the softened breadcrumbs. Mix until well combined. Form into meatballs a little larger than a golf ball. Place the meatballs onto the lined tray. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until golden.

When the tomato sauce is done simmering, remove the star anise, bay leaf and dried chilli.

Place the meatballs into a large, deep frying pan. Pour over the tomato sauce. Cover and simmer for a further 10 minutes.

In the meantime, cook the spaghetti in plenty of salted boiling water. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking liquid. Drain the pasta and place it back in the pot. Add 3-4 large spoonfuls of the tomato sauce. Add a quarter cup of the pasta cooking liquid and drizzle with olive oil. Mix over a medium-high heat until thick and glossy (add more pasta cooking water if the sauce looks too dry). Divide among serving bowls and top with the remaining tomato sauce and meatballs.

Drizzle with more olive oil and top with parmesan chees

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Banh Mi Meatball Lettuce Cups

Marion Grasby — Mon, 09 Aug 2021 11:23:03 +0000

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For the quick-pickle carrots, combine ingredients in a bowl and set aside, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes. Use your hands to squeeze the liquid from the chillies and carrot. Discard the liquid and set the vegetables aside for later.

To make the pork balls, combine the breadcrumbs and milk in a large bowl. Allow to hydrate for 2-3 minutes. Then add the remaining meatball ingredients. Mix until combined.

Heat oil in large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Roll walnut-sized meatballs and add them straight into the pan. Cook the meatballs (in batches if necessary), turning, for 5 minutes or until evenly browned and cooked through.

Serve the meatballs with the quick-pickle carrots and lettuce leaves. Drizzle mayonnaise and Coconut Sriracha as desired. Top with coriander leaves if using.

Notes:

– Kewpie mayonnaise is commonly found in the Asian aisle of most major supermarkets.

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Tasty, juicy and all the things

These meatballs are packed with flavour. It’s an umami bomb. I love the pickled veggies but I do recommend that you salt the veggies first to pull out the moisture, squeeze liquid out, then add sugar and vinegar. So good!

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Honey Soy Garlic Meatballs

Marion Grasby — Fri, 06 Aug 2021 05:58:23 +0000

Honey Soy Garlic Meatballs

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These meatballs are packed with savoury goodness and literally melt in your mouth – an absolute family-favourite, I reckon! Serve with crispy lettuce cups or with rice, noodles and steamed greens. Delicious!

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HONEY SOY GARLIC MEATBALLS

PREP TIME

10 minutes

COOK TIME

20 minutes

SERVES

4

Ingredients

1 tbsp vegetable oil

5cm (2 inch) piece ginger, peeled, finely julienned

1 bottle Marion’s Kitchen Honey Soy Garlic Marinade (go to where to buy to find a store)*

small cabbage leaves, to serve

1 cucumber, finely sliced

coriander (cilantro) leaves, to serve

Meatballs:

½ cup panko breadcrumbs

¼ cup chicken stock

500g (1 lb) pork mince

¼ cup finely sliced spring onion (scallions)

2 garlic cloves, finely grated or minced

1 tsp sesame oil

1 tsp sea salt

Steps

For the meatballs, place the breadcrumbs and a ¼ cup of the chicken stock into a small bowl. Mix and allow to soak for a minute until softened.

In the meantime, place remaining meatball ingredients in a large bowl along with 3 tablespoons of the Honey Soy Garlic Marinade. Add the softened breadcrumbs and mix until just combined. Try not to over mix, as the more you mix the tougher the meatballs will become. Roll into golf ball-sized meatballs.

Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown (but not quite cooked through). Transfer meatballs to a plate and set aside for later.

Add the ginger straight into the same pan and cook for 2 minutes. Then add the meatballs back into the pan and pour over the remaining bottle of the Honey Soy Garlic Marinade. Turn the heat down to medium and cover with a lid. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through. Remove from heat.

Top the cabbages leaves with cucumber and then top with meatballs and sauce. Scatter over coriander leaves and serve.

Notes:

– If you can’t find my Marion’s Original Honey Soy Garlic Marinade in your area, you can try my homemade Honey Soy Garlic Marinade recipe).

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Lion’s Head Meatballs

Marion Grasby — Thu, 05 Aug 2021 04:24:37 +0000

Lion’s Head Meatballs

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These succulent, juicy meatballs are melt-in-mouth yum, and it’s all thanks to the steaming action. I love to serve these as a shared appetiser when entertaining my nearest and dearest.

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LION’S HEAD MEATBALLS

PREP TIME

10 minutes

COOK TIME

20 minutes

SERVES

Makes about 20

Ingredients

400g (14 oz) beef mince

150g (5 oz) pork mince

2 tbsp finely chopped ginger

2 garlic cloves, finely grated

¼ cup finely chopped coriander, plus extra to serve

2 tbsp soy sauce

2 tbsp Chinese Shaoxing cooking wine

2 tbsp beef stock

1 egg

1 tsp sea salt

1 tsp sugar

Steps

Mix the beef and pork mince vigorously. Take small handfuls of the mixture and slap them against the side of the bowl. Then add the remaining ingredients and mix well.

Take 2 heaped tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a meatball shape. Repeat until the mixture is finished. Place the meatballs onto a large plate that will fit inside a large deep-sided pan with a lid. You might need to do two plates and steam them one after the other if your meatballs won’t all fit on the one plate.

Fill the pan halfway full with water and set it over high heat. Use a large piece of foil to form a coil that is just higher than the water level. When the water starts to steam, place the plate onto top of the foil trivet. Cover with a lid and steam for 8-10 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through. Garnish with extra coriander leaves and serve.

Notes:

– You can serve this as a shared starter or part of a Chinese banquet-style dinner.

– To test if the meatballs are cooked, insert a metal skewer into the centre of a meatball for a couple of seconds and then touch it to your top lip. If the skewer is warm, the meatball is cooked through.

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Spicy meatball banh mi

Marion Grasby — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 16:37:44 +0000

Spicy meatball banh mi

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It’s a spicy meatball sub but not as you know it! This one is loaded with pickled carrot, coconut sriracha and kewpie mayonnaise. And it’s insanely good - this just could be my best banh mi yet!

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SPICY MEATBALL BANH MI

PREP TIME

15 minutes

COOK TIME

20 minutes

SERVES

4

Ingredients

1 tbsp vegetable oil

4 long crusty bread rolls

pork pate to serve (optional)

slices pork luncheon to serve (optional)

Kewpie mayonnaise* to serve

Coconut Sriracha (find out where to buy here) to serve

Coriander leaves to serve

Quick-pickle carrots:

1 carrot, cut into matchsticks

1 long red chilli, sliced

¼ cup rice vinegar

¼ cup sugar

Meatballs:

500g (1 lb) pork mince

1 lemongrass stalk, pale part only, bruised and finely chopped

3 garlic cloves, finely grated

4 spring onions, white and green parts finely chopped

1 tbsp fish sauce

2 tbsp (or to taste) Coconut Sriracha

1 tsp sugar

1 tsp sea salt

Steps

For the quick-pickle carrots, combine ingredients in a bowl and set aside, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes. Any extra can be kept in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

To make the pork balls, combine the ingredients in a large bowl. Mix vigorously. Shape into walnut-sized meatballs.

Heat oil in large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Cook meatballs (in batches if necessary), turning, for 5 minutes or until evenly browned and cooked through.

Split bread rolls lengthwise, without cutting all the way through. Generously spread with pate. Top with slices of luncheon, meatballs, pickled carrot, drizzle with mayonnaise, Coconut Sriracha and coriander.

Notes:

– Kewpie Mayonnaise is commonly found in the Asian aisle of most major supermarkets.

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This recipe is amazing! The family loved it so much they asked for more even after it was gone! The coconut sriracha makes this recipe restaurant quality. 5 stars!

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The best banh mi

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Japanese Glazed Meatballs & Soba Noodles

Marion Grasby — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 06:55:08 +0000

Japanese Glazed Meatballs & Soba Noodles

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Meet the ultimate Japanese version of spaghetti and meatballs! This dish is so light and fragrant - and really, really easy! It takes a little longer if you’re making my marinade from scratch, but for a shortcut, grab a bottle of my homemade version from the supermarket or online.

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JAPANESE GLAZED MEATBALLS & SOBA NOODLES

PREP TIME

10 minutes

COOK TIME

20 minutes

SERVES

4

Ingredients

1 cucumber, thinly sliced

½ tsp sea salt

1 tbsp vegetable oil

270g (9.5 oz) dried soba noodles

3 tbsp soy sauce

2 tbsp honey

2 tbsp sesame oil

2 tbsp thinly sliced pickled ginger

3 tbsp finely slice spring onions (scallions)

8 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for at least 10 minutes

1 bottle Marion’s Kitchen Classic Japanese Teriyaki Marinade (go to where to buy to find a store or make the homemade version here)

Meatballs:

½ cup panko breadcrumbs*

1/3 cup chicken stock

300g (10.5 oz) chicken mince

1 skinless chicken thigh, finely minced by hand

¼ cup finely sliced spring onion (scallions)

3 shiso leaves*, finely sliced

1 tbsp miso (red or white is fine to use)

Steps

Combine the cucumber and salt in a large bowl. Set aside for at least 15 minutes to allow the salt to slightly pickle the cucumber.

For the meatballs, combine the panko breadcrumbs and the chicken stock in a small bowl. Set aside for 2-3 minutes to soften. Then mix the softened breadcrumbs with the remaining meatball ingredients. Shape walnut-sized amounts of the mixture into rough balls and thread two meatballs onto each bamboo skewer. Set aside in the fridge until ready to cook.

To prepare the soba noodles, heat a large pot of water over high heat until boiling. Have a large bowl of iced water ready to the side. Drop the noodles into the boiling water and cook according to packet instructions. As soon as the noodles are al dente, drain and transfer to the bowl of iced water. Soak in the iced water until ready to serve.

To cook the meatball skewers, heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the skewers (do this in batches if you need) and sear both sides for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Then brush the meatballs liberally with the Classic Japanese Teriyaki Marinade. Continue to flip and brush the meatballs with the marinade for another 3-4 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and a sticky glaze has developed. Remove from heat.

Finish the soba noodle salad by draining and squeezing the liquid out of the cucumbers. Place them in a large bowl. Drain the noodles and add those to the bowl along with the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, pickled ginger and spring onions. Toss until well combined. Serve the glazed meatball skewers with the soba noodles.

Notes:

– Panko breadcrumbs are a type of Japanese breadcrumb.

– Shiso or perilla leaves can be found in an Asian/Japanese supermarket. They have a beautiful herbaceous, minty, basil-like flavour. If unavailable, you can simply leave them out or add a couple of tablespoons each of finely sliced mint and basil.

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