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Chorizo Meatballs

Dinner
Mega must try meatballs. The chorizo and balsamic vinegar make for a rich and tasty meal. Serve alone or alongside some crusty garlic bread or fresh spaghetti for a higher carbohydrate meal.
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3.75 stars from 4 votes
Calories350kcal
Carbs15g
Protein31g
Fats18g
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Performance Benefits

Red meat is a great source of iron and B vitamins. B vitamins are important in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and protein. Deficiency of some B vitamins can result in a faster onset of fatigue in exercise and make it difficult or even impossible to maintain a high level of training.
Health Benefits

This recipe is high in protein and iron. Inadequate intakes of protein can result in loss of lean muscle mass, increased injury risk and negatively affect calcium absorption and bone mineral density. Athletes, particularly female athletes, require more iron than the non-athletic adult. Low iron intakes can lead to iron deficient anaemia and symptoms such as weakness, fatigue, decreased performance, headaches, increased heart rate & shortness of breath - all of which can negatively affect exercise performance.
Expert Tips

Suitable for gluten free diets.
Goes well with garlic bread, potato wedges or spaghetti.

Equipment

  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Large pan
  • Large Bowl
  • Large Pot

Ingredients

  • 2 Red bell pepper (sliced)
  • 1 Red bell pepper (sliced)
  • 300 g Lean minced beef
  • 300 Pork mince
  • 50 g Chorizo (finely chopped)
  • 2 Spring onions (finely chopped)
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Honey
  • 1 tsp Mustard
  • 1 tbsp Tomato ketchup
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp Chilli powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Pepper
  • 1 Onion (large, chopped)
  • 10 Mushrooms (chopped)
  • 1 ½ tin Plum tomatoes
  • 10 Tomatoes (chopped)
  • 150 ml Cream
5 Servings

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven until 200℃.
  • Place the sliced peppers on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
  • Roast in the oven for 20 minutes.
  • Add the mince, chorizo, spring onions, vinegar, honey, tomato ketchup, mustard, paprika, chilli, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper in a large bowl and mix well.
  • Heat a tbsp of oil on a pan.
  • Use your hands to form the meatballs. Place them on a pan and cook on a medium heat for 8-10 minutes, turning often to until browned on the outside.
  • Heat a tbsp of oil in a large pot. Add the onions, and cook on a medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the mushrooms and cook for a further 3-4 minutes until soft.
  • Add the plum tomatoes, chopped tomatoes and cream to the pot.
  • When the meatballs and peppers are cooked, add them to the pot.
  • Cover and leave to simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and serve with your preferred carbohydrate source such as garlic bread, potato wedges or spaghetti.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 31gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.37gCholesterol: 78mgSodium: 333mgPotassium: 832mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 323ugVitamin C: 101mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 1mg
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