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Halloween Eyeball Pork Meatballs

These Halloween Eyeball Pork Meatballs are a spooky and delicious twist on classic homemade meatballs. Juicy seasoned pork meatballs are baked until tender, coated in a rich marinara sauce, and topped with mozzarella and olives to create creepy edible eyeballs. Perfect for Halloween parties, family dinners, or a fun themed appetizer, these meatballs are festive, flavorful, and easy to make.
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Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: italian american
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Calories: 250kcal
Author: Austin Carter
Servings: 4

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Pork Meatballs

  • 1 pound 450 g ground pork
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Eyeball Decoration

  • 16 small mozzarella balls mozzarella pearls
  • 16 sliced black olives
  • 1½ cups marinara sauce
  • Fresh basil optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
  • Add ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to a large bowl. Mix gently until the ingredients are evenly combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
    Add ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to a large bowl
  • Shape the pork mixture into 16 small meatballs, about 1½ inches in size. Place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 18–20 minutes, until the pork meatballs are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
  • While the meatballs bake, warm the marinara sauce in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the cooked pork meatballs to the sauce and gently coat them. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
    Add the cooked pork meatballs to the sauce and gently coat them
  • Place a mozzarella pearl on top of each meatball to create the white part of the eyeball.
    Place a mozzarella pearl on top of each meatball to create the white part of the eyeball
  • Add a small slice of black olive in the center of each mozzarella piece to create the pupil.
  • Arrange the eyeball pork meatballs on a serving platter with extra marinara sauce underneath for a spooky "bloody" Halloween effect. Serve.
    Arrange the eyeball pork meatballs on a serving platter with extra marinara sauce underneath

Notes

Ensure eyeballs are fresh or properly thawed for the best texture. Be cautious when handling raw ingredients and cook thoroughly to safe temperatures. This dish is perfect for those seeking culinary adventures and unique flavors.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 300mg | Sugar: 2g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 3mg
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