Apple Pork Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Meatballs
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1 tart apple, grated fresh from the fruit
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1 pound pork, ground and not too lean for more flavor
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon dried thyme for seasoning
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard to add some tanginess
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Salt and black pepper, freshly cracked and added to taste
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1/4 cup of breadcrumbs, soft and fluffy
→ For the Sauce
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1/2 cup of thick heavy cream
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1 cup of chicken stock or broth
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1 cup of fresh apple cider for sweetness
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
# Instructions:
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Start by putting the ground pork, grated apple, breadcrumbs, egg, Dijon mustard, thyme, salt, and black pepper into a large mixing bowl. Mix everything together well. Once combined, roll the mixture into equal-sized balls.
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Pour some olive oil into a big skillet and heat it up over medium. Place the meatballs in and fry them until they’ve browned evenly on all sides, which takes about 5 to 7 minutes. Then put them aside on a plate.
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Into the hot, used skillet, pour in the apple cider and chicken stock. Stir everything around to capture any browned bits stuck to the pan. Toss in the heavy cream and let it bubble softly.
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Return the browned meatballs to the skillet. Let them simmer in the sauce for another 10 to 15 minutes or until they’re fully done and the sauce looks rich and creamy.
# Notes:
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Serve these tasty meatballs with creamy mashed potatoes or go with your go-to pasta!