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Pork Meatballs with Sweet Potato Mash

Pork Meatballs with Sweet Potato Mash For Ultimate Comfort

This Pork Meatballs with Sweet Potato Mash recipe combines rich flavors for a comforting dish that delights everyone.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Pork or ground turkey for a lighter dish
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs use panko for a lighter finish
  • 1 medium Grated Onion yellow or sweet onion
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh is better, garlic powder works too
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Sage swap with dried thyme or rosemary
  • 1 large Egg or a flax egg for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce can substitute with soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for browning meatballs
For the Sweet Potato Mash
  • 2 pounds Sweet Potatoes regular potatoes can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream or coconut milk for vegan option
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon omit if desired
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg omit if preferred
For the Bourbon-Maple Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Bourbon or apple cider vinegar for non-alcoholic
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup can substitute with honey or agave
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard yellow mustard is a backup
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock or vegetable broth for vegetarian

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • Potato Masher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated onion, minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried sage, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently using your hands until well incorporated. Form into 16 meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add meatballs in a single layer and brown for about 6 minutes until golden brown on all sides. Transfer to a plate.
  3. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add peeled and diced sweet potatoes and cook for 12-15 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool.
  4. In the same skillet, pour in 1/4 cup of bourbon to deglaze, scraping up browned bits. Add maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, return meatballs to skillet, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until cooked.
  5. Return sweet potatoes to pot, add butter, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mash until smooth. Keep warm while meatballs finish cooking.
  6. Remove skillet from heat, whisk in an additional tablespoon of cold butter into the sauce. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. To serve, spoon sweet potato mash on each plate, top with meatballs, and drizzle with bourbon-maple sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure meatballs are browned to lock in flavor. Use a meat thermometer for safety and juiciness.

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