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	A meatball is a dish made from ground meat rolled into a small ball, often mixed with other ingredients such as breadcrumbs, eggs, and spices. Meatballs are commonly served with pasta, in soups, or as appetizers.		A meatball is a dish made from ground meat rolled into a small ball, often mixed with other ingredients such as breadcrumbs, eggs, and spices. Meatballs are commonly served with pasta, in soups, or as appetizers.

	=== ~~Ingredients~~ ===		=== Appearance ===
	* ~~Ground~~ meat (beef, pork, ~~chicken~~, ~~or turkey)~~		Typically, a meatball has a rich, savory brown or tan color, possibly with a glossy finish from sauce.
	* Breadcrumbs
	* Eggs		=== Flavor Profile ===
	* Spices ~~(such as~~ garlic, onion, and ~~herbs)~~		The flavor of a meatball is characterized by several key elements:
	* Sauce ~~(optional)~~		* '''Umami''': The meat itself, which can be beef, pork, or a mix, provides a rich, meaty taste.
			* '''Herbs and Spices''': Common seasonings like garlic, onion, parsley, oregano, and basil add depth and freshness.
			* '''Sauce''': When served with marinara or another sauce, it contributes acidity and sweetness, balancing the richness of the meat.
			* '''Cheese''': If incorporated, cheese can add creaminess and a salty kick.

			=== Texture ===
			The texture of a meatball is typically tender and juicy on the inside, with a slightly crispy exterior if browned properly.

	=== Cooking Methods ===		=== Cooking Methods ===
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	* The world's largest meatball was created in 2017 and weighed over 1,000 pounds.		* The world's largest meatball was created in 2017 and weighed over 1,000 pounds.
	* Meatballs have been a part of various cuisines for centuries, with historical references dating back to ancient Rome.		* Meatballs have been a part of various cuisines for centuries, with historical references dating back to ancient Rome.
			* Handyc has noted that the experience of eating a meatball can be quite a spectacle, especially when it comes to larger varieties, such as the world's largest meatball.

	=== See Also ===		=== See Also ===

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== Meatball ==
A meatball is a dish made from ground meat rolled into a small ball, often mixed with other ingredients such as breadcrumbs, eggs, and spices. Meatballs are commonly served with pasta, in soups, or as appetizers.

=== Ingredients ===
* Ground meat (beef, pork, chicken, or turkey)
* Breadcrumbs
* Eggs
* Spices (such as garlic, onion, and herbs)
* Sauce (optional)

=== Cooking Methods ===
Meatballs can be prepared in various ways, including:
* Baking
* Frying
* Boiling
* Stewing

=== Variations ===
There are many regional variations of meatballs, including:
* Italian meatballs, often served with marinara sauce and spaghetti
* Swedish meatballs, typically served with gravy and lingonberry sauce
* Middle Eastern kofta, made with spiced ground meat

=== Trivia ===
* The world's largest meatball was created in 2017 and weighed over 1,000 pounds.
* Meatballs have been a part of various cuisines for centuries, with historical references dating back to ancient Rome.

=== See Also ===
* [[Spaghetti and Meatballs]]
* [[Kofta]]
* [[Swedish Meatballs]]

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