Czech-style meatballs
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. As I already mentioned, I always think of this Czech-style meatball recipe before the winter holidays. After all, the sauce here is so aromatic, warmly "wintery," and festive that it's impossible to resist! By the way, don't worry that it will turn out too sweet—if you use quality cranberries, they'll provide enough acidity to keep your sauce from turning into jam! Now I'll tell you how to make Czech-style meatballs. The finished dish can be served at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Let's make the sauce. Mix cranberries, sugar, honey, 1/4 cup water, orange juice, cinnamon, honey, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer gently for 15-20 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Step 2
2. Meanwhile, prepare the meatballs. Soak the bread in milk, then add it to the meat mixture along with the remaining milk. Add herbs, salt, and nutmeg. Mix well and shape into meatballs.
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Step 3
3. Fry the resulting balls in vegetable oil on all sides until a crust forms.
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Step 4
4. Now drain the excess fat from the pan and add our sweet Czech sauce. Simmer covered over low heat for 5-10 minutes.
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Step 5
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