# Components:
→ Meatball Mixture
01 - 1.1 pounds ground beef
02 - 9 ounces ground pork
03 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
04 - 1/4 cup whole milk
05 - 1 large egg
06 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
→ Filling
12 - 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 16 cubes
→ Finishing
13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
14 - 1 cup marinara sauce (optional, for serving)
15 - Extra chopped parsley, for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine breadcrumbs and milk in a small bowl and let soak for 2 minutes.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, gently blend ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, and parsley until evenly incorporated.
04 - Divide mixture into 16 equal parts. Flatten each, place a mozzarella cheese cube at the center, then wrap and seal meat mixture around the cheese to form a ball.
05 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear meatballs in batches for 2 to 3 minutes until thoroughly browned.
06 - Transfer browned meatballs to prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until cooked through and cheese has melted inside.
07 - Warm marinara sauce if desired. Serve meatballs over sauce and finish with extra chopped parsley for garnish.
