Italian Meatball and Eggplant Skewers (30 Minutes)

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This dish brings together flavorful meatballs and tender eggplant rounds, seasoned with classic Italian herbs and spices. Perfect as an appetizer or a main course, these skewers are ready in just 30 minutes. Let’s begin!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef or a mix of beef and pork
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 large eggplant, cut into rounds
  • Olive oil
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1-2 tablespoons each.
  4. Brush the eggplant rounds with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Thread the meatballs and eggplant rounds onto the wooden skewers, alternating between the two.
  6. Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meatballs are cooked through and the eggplant is tender.
  7. Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before enjoying.

Notes

To perfect this recipe, make sure to preheat your grill or grill pan properly and cook the meatballs until they’re cooked through. The eggplant’s tenderness is your indicator of a well-cooked skewer. Serve these skewers with a side of marinara sauce for dipping or over a bed of fresh greens for a complete meal. Enjoy!

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

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