Meatballs in a Tomato and Lentil Sauce

Crispy pancetta and onion sauce with lentils and tomatoes, topped with homemade pork meatballs and fresh basil leaves.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 745.2 kcals 745.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 56.4 grams 56.4 grams
Fat 42.1 grams 42.1 grams
Protein 34.6 grams 34.6 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
1 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
1
tbsp
CondimentsSauces
Dairy
1
piece
Egg Yolk
free-range
GrainsCereals
1
slice
Bread
crusts removed
LegumesPulses
55
g
Lentils
tinned, drained
Meat
1
slice
Pancetta
chopped into cubes
2
piece
Sausage
skins removed
NutsSeeds
1
handful
Basil
fresh leaves, torn
1
clove
Garlic
chopped
OilsFats
10
ml
Vegetables
0.5
piece
Onion
chopped
100
g
Cherry Tomatoes
tinned, drained

Steps

  • Fry the pancetta in a saucepan over high heat until crisp and golden.
  • Lower heat to medium and add the onion to soften.
  • Add sugar and vinegar and cook for two minutes.
  • Stir in lentils and tomatoes and simmer for five minutes.
  • Blend the bread, garlic, sausage meat, and egg yolk in a food processor until combined.
  • Shape the combined meat mixture into meatballs by hand.
  • Heat olive oil in a pan and fry meatballs until golden and cooked through.
  • Stir basil into the sauce and transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Place the cooked meatballs on top of the sauce to serve.