Marinara Beef Meatball Subs

• Beef Mince(600 g)
• Breadcrumbs(60 g)
• Parmesan(40 g)
• Eggs(1)
• Garlic(3 cloves)
• Flat Leaf Parsley(2 tbsp)
• Salt(1 tsp)
• Black pepper(½ tsp)
• Olive oil(1 tbsp)
• Onion(1)
• Tomato paste(1 tbsp)
• Tomato sauce(500 ml)
• Dried Oregano(1 tsp)
• Palm Sugar(1 tsp)
• Mozzarella(200 g)
• Bread(4)

Method

1. 1

   Finely grate {Garlic}, finely chop {Fresh parsley}, and finely dice {Onion}. In a large bowl, combine {Ground beef}, {Breadcrumbs}, {Parmesan}, {Eggs}, half the {Garlic}, half the {Fresh parsley}, {Salt}, and {Black pepper}. Mix gently, then shape into 12 small meatballs.

   ~15 min

2. 2

   Heat {Olive oil} in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned all over, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

   ~8 min

3. 3

   In the same skillet, cook the {Onion} for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in the remaining {Garlic}, then add {Tomato paste}, {Tomato sauce}, {Oregano}, and {Palm Sugar}. Bring to a gentle bubble.

   ~5 min

4. 4

   Return the meatballs to the sauce, spooning the sauce over them. Cover and simmer for 12 minutes until cooked through and the sauce is thickened.

   ~12 min

5. 5

   Split the {Sub Rolls} and fill each with 3 meatballs and plenty of sauce. Top with {Mozzarella}, then place under a hot grill for 2–3 minutes until melted. Finish with the remaining {Fresh parsley} and serve hot.

   ~5 min