Air Fryer Beef Meatballs Perfectly Crispy Recipe in 27 Min
Sizzling air fryer beef meatballs with a golden crust and tender interior in exactly 27 minutes. Chef Marcus tip: use a meat thermometer for perfect...
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (plain)
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tbsp parsley (fresh chopped)
- 1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 tsp oregano (dried)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, minced garlic, grated parmesan, chopped parsley, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix gently until just combined, avoiding overworking the meat.
- Form the mixture into 12 equal-sized balls, about 1.5 inches each. Lightly brush each meatball with olive oil to promote browning.
- Arrange the meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don't touch. Cook at 400°F for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Check for doneness by ensuring the meatballs are browned on the outside and the internal temperature reaches 160°F using a meat thermometer.
- Let the meatballs rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute for a tender bite.