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Spicy Wagyu Beef and Harissa Meatballs with Dip
- Prep time 45 minutes
- Cook time 10 minutes
- makes 30 Meatballs
Author Notes
These spicy Wagyu beef and harissa meatballs are simply delicious! Made with ground beef, harissa, panko bread crumbs, shallots, garlic, cilantro, and an array of spices, the tender meatballs pair perfectly with the herbed creme fraiche dip. This tasty and easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress your dinner guests! —Double8Cattle
What You'll Need
Ingredients
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2 pounds
Double 8 Cattle Company Fullblood Wagyu Ground Beef
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1/2 cup
Water
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1/4 cup
Harissa (chef used the Mina brand)
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1 cup
Panko Bread Crumbs
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1 cup
Cilantro (leaves and stems, chopped finely)
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1
Large Shallot (finely minced)
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4
Garlic Cloves (finely minced)
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2
Eggs (beaten)
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1 tablespoon
Hot Paprika
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2 teaspoons
Ground Cumin
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2 teaspoons
Ground Coriander
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1/2 cup
Flat Leaf Parsley (leaves only)
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1/2 cup
Basil (leaves only)
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2 tablespoons
Tarragon (minced)
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1/2 cup
Creme Fraiche
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1/4 cup
Mayonnaise
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1 bunch
Scallions (minced)
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2 teaspoons
Kosher Salt
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1/2 teaspoon
Black Pepper (ground)
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1/2
Lemon (juiced)
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1 teaspoon
Hot Sauce
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2
Garlic Cloves (minced)
Directions
- Tools - Large Bowl, Baking Sheet with Parchment Paper, Blender or Food Processor, Toothpicks
- FIRST STEP Take the Fullblood Wagyu ground beef out of the freezer, and place it in the refrigerator 24 hours before starting this recipe.
- PREPARING THE FULLBLOOD WAGYU BEEF MEATBALLS In a large bowl, mix the harissa and water. Then, add the panko bread crumbs to the bowl. In a separate small bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the eggs to the bowl with the harissa, water, and bread crumbs. Then, add the Fullblood Wagyu ground beef, minced shallots, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, hot paprika, ground cumin, and ground coriander to the bowl. Mix well. Portion the beef mixture into small balls (each portion the size of a golf ball). Place the meatballs (should be about 30) on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let the meatballs chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes while making the dip.
- PREPARING THE HERBED CREME FRAICHE DIP Place all of the dip ingredients (flat leaf parsley leaves, basil leaves, minced tarragon, creme fraiche, mayonnaise, minced scallions, kosher salt, ground black pepper, lemon juice, hot sauce, and minced garlic) in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Once blended, season to taste with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Place the dip in a small bowl, and place it in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Note: This sauce can be made 3 days ahead of time.
- FINAL STEPS Preheat your oven to 425°F. Place the baking sheet with the meatballs in the oven, and cook them for 20 minutes (or until a thermometer inserted into the meatballs reads 160°F). Place the cooked meatballs on a large platter, and insert one toothpick into each meatball. This makes them easier to grab, dip, and eat! Serve the Fullblood Wagyu beef meatballs warm with the herbed creme fraiche dip. Enjoy!
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