Spanish Style Coconut Beef Meatballs
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Spanish Style Coconut Beef Meatballs are a flavorful dish made from ground beef mixed with aromatic spices and coconut, then baked to perfection. With 14.4g of protein per serving, they provide a hearty and nutritious option.
These meatballs are served in various meal programs across NYC, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering.
Popular Home Recipes for Spanish Style Coconut Beef Meatballs
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Spanish Style Coconut Beef Meatballs shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
Spanish Style Coconut Beef Meatballs are a delicious and hearty dish combining tender beef, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut for a unique flavor experience.
Ingredients
- •1 lb ground beef
- •1 cup shredded coconut
- •1 tsp smoked paprika
- •1 tsp ground cumin
- •1 tsp garlic powder
- •1 tsp salt
- •1/2 tsp black pepper
- •1 large egg
- •1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- •1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- •1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2In a large bowl, combine ground beef, shredded coconut, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, egg, parsley, and breadcrumbs.
- 3Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- 4Form the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 5Drizzle meatballs with olive oil to help them brown while baking.
- 6Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until fully cooked through and golden brown.
Chef Tips
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Serve with a side of rice or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.