Instant Pot Tender Meatballs (Printer-Friendly)
Juicy meatballs cooked in flavorful marinara sauce, ready quickly with a pressure cooker.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meat and Protein
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1 pound lean ground beef
02 -
0.5 pound pork sausage (regular, mild Italian or spicy Italian)
→ Binders and Seasonings
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1 cup Italian style panko breadcrumbs
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0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 large eggs
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon garlic and herb seasoning
→ Cooking Liquids
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2 tablespoons oil
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0.33 cup water
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32 ounce jar marinara sauce
→ Serving Suggestion
11 -
Cooked pasta (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
In a large bowl, mix ground beef, pork sausage, Italian style panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, eggs, salt, and garlic and herb seasoning thoroughly, preferably using clean hands until fully combined.
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Shape the meat mixture into 12 large balls using an ice cream scoop or by hand, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
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Activate the sauté function on an 8-quart or larger Instant Pot and heat for 6 minutes. Add oil to the pot. Sear the meatballs in batches, browning each side for 1 to 2 minutes until lightly colored but not cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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Cancel the sauté mode. Pour water and marinara sauce into the Instant Pot, stirring to release any browned bits from the bottom to avoid burn warnings.
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Return all meatballs to the pot, submerging as much as possible in the sauce. Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 7 minutes.
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Allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes before manually releasing any remaining steam.
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Serve the meatballs and marinara sauce over cooked pasta if desired.