Espaguete com Almôndegas

Espaguete com Almôndegas is a hearty Brazilian pasta dish featuring tender meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce, served over a bed of perfectly cooked spaghetti. This high-protein meal is both satisfying and delicious, making it a favorite for family dinners.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti - 200 grams
• Ground beef - 250 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Breadcrumbs - 50 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Canned crushed tomatoes - 400 grams
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Water - 1.5 liters

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, chopped onion, parsley, breadcrumbs, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
2. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 3-4 cm in diameter.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and brown them on all sides for about 6-8 minutes. Remove the meatballs and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir well and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let them simmer in the sauce for an additional 10 minutes.
6. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
7. Drain the spaghetti and serve it on plates topped with the meatballs and sauce. Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 650
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 750 mg
• Cholesterol: 85 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 1.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals from the tomato sauce and herbs.

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