Great article ! Meatballs, boulettes, dumplings, croquetas, knödel, klops… What fascinates me about this "dish" is how universal it is. Every food culture seems to have its own take on the humble ball — rolled, flattened, fried, boiled, or simmered. The ingredients may change, but the spirit remains the same.
For a while now, I’ve been diving into a sort of anthropology of the meatball — an endless, delightfully tasty quest.
My family sauteed their meatballs first and then lets them simmer in the sauce. How do make yours? I'm not really a fan of boiled meat...it reminds of eating it after it has been washed. 🤣
You're right about boiled meat, but I've used more than a couple recipes that start there and then incorporate the cooked meat another way. For (American) meatballs, I've also seen them baked, then sautéed in the sauce, to get a crispy exterior.
Whew!!
Enjoying your food adventures! For some reason I am hungry now
Hopefully you made yourself something yummy to eat!
Great article ! Meatballs, boulettes, dumplings, croquetas, knödel, klops… What fascinates me about this "dish" is how universal it is. Every food culture seems to have its own take on the humble ball — rolled, flattened, fried, boiled, or simmered. The ingredients may change, but the spirit remains the same.
For a while now, I’ve been diving into a sort of anthropology of the meatball — an endless, delightfully tasty quest.
My family sauteed their meatballs first and then lets them simmer in the sauce. How do make yours? I'm not really a fan of boiled meat...it reminds of eating it after it has been washed. 🤣
You're right about boiled meat, but I've used more than a couple recipes that start there and then incorporate the cooked meat another way. For (American) meatballs, I've also seen them baked, then sautéed in the sauce, to get a crispy exterior.
Love learning about this history, Brian! Thanks!
Thank you Maryann. Those of us who have studied history must unfortunately watch those who haven't repeat it...