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Dublin Meatball Recipe

Juicy homemade meatballs simmer in a rich and creamy Irish-style gravy, making this Dublin Meatball Recipe pure comfort in every bite. The meatballs are tender, full of flavor, and perfect served over soft mashed potatoes. It’s an easy, cozy family dinner that everyone will look forward to.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, chopped onion, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce until just combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into small meatballs about the size of a golf ball and place them on a plate.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt the butter. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until lightly golden.
  5. Slowly pour in the beef broth while whisking. Let the gravy simmer and thicken for about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and mix until smooth.
  7. Return the meatballs to the skillet. Spoon the gravy over them, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until cooked through and tender.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of dried thyme or a splash of Guinness to the gravy. Let the meatballs rest in the sauce for a few minutes before serving so they soak up more flavor.