Meatball recipes in every style – soups, sauces, and family favorites. Pork, beef, turkey, and vegetarian recipes gathered together in one place.
Meatballs are one of those dishes that just feel like home, no matter where you’re from. From juicy pork to rich beef, tender turkey, and even vegetarian ones that still taste amazing, there’s a meatball recipe for every mood.
On this page, I’ve gathered all my favorite recipes and tips in one place, so you can find the perfect one for your next meal.
Hearty Meatball Soups
If you love a comforting bowl of soup, these meatball soup recipes are perfect. They’re easy to make, full of flavor, and just right for chilly evenings or a cozy lunch. We love every single one of them – it’s impossible to pick a favorite.
Serve them with this incredible Sun-Dried Tomato Bread, with Spelt Bread, or Breakfast Bread Rolls.
Pork Meatball Soup
A simple, cozy soup with tender pork meatballs simmered in broth with vegetables. You can swap the pork for turkey or chicken if you like.
Romanian Meatball Soup (Ciorba de Perisoare)
Romania’s second most popular soup, right after Chicken and Semolina Dumpling Soup. Everyone makes it, everyone loves it – and this is my aunt’s version.
Cabbage and Meatball Soup
Cabbage, meatballs, and beans come together in one hearty, soothing, and warming soup.
Bratwurst Soup
So easy to make and incredibly hearty. The meatballs are made with squeezed-out sausage meat, giving the soup extra flavor. Learn How to Cook Brats on the Stove, too.
Simple Meatballs
Sometimes the best meatballs are the simplest ones. Just a few good ingredients, shaped into little balls, fried or baked until golden, and ready to enjoy.
These recipes don’t come with heavy sauces or complicated extras - just straightforward, tasty meatballs you can serve with Yogurt Soda Bread, a salad with Yogurt Dressing, or whatever side you like.
Pork Meatballs
Juicy, tender, and full of flavor. A basic recipe that works every time, perfect as a snack, with Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes, or in a sandwich.
Romanian Chiftele Recipe
A Romanian classic. Fried meatballs made with a mix of beef and pork, garlic, and lots of fresh herbs. Serve them with White Cabbage Salad.
Turkish Beef Kofta Recipe
These Turkish meatballs are full of flavor and very easy to make. Serve them with Zucchini Tomato Rice, bread, or Shopska Salad.
Veal Meatballs
These meatballs are light and delicate. They’re simple, but really delicious. If you like veal, you must try this Veal Escalopes in Lemon Sauce.
Zucchini Beef Meatballs
Adding grated zucchini makes the meatballs soft and moist while sneaking in some veggies at the same time.
Easy Turkey Meatballs without Breadcrumbs
Lighter than the pork or beef versions, but still soft, juicy, and filling.
Mushroom Stuffed Meatballs - Polish Recipe
Golden meatballs filled with a savory mushroom and herb mixture – a special recipe with a Polish twist.
Vegetarian Balls
A hearty vegetarian version made with chickpeas and vegetables. Flavorful, healthy, and perfect even for meat-lovers.
Broccoli Cauliflower Meatballs
An easy way to use up leftover broccoli or cauliflower - turned into crispy, tasty little balls everyone will enjoy.
Meatballs in Sauce
Meatballs and sauce are a match made in heaven. Whether simmered in tomato, cream, or yogurt, these recipes are all about comfort food at its best.
Spanish Meatballs in Tomato Sauce (Albondigas)
A Spanish classic: juicy little meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce. One of my most-loved recipes. Check out the Spanish Mushroom Tapas, too.
Easy Pork Meatballs in Tomato Sauce (Romanian Style)
Simple and hearty, just like we make them at home. A comforting family recipe.
Turkey Meatball Curry
This Indian-style meatballs are simmered in the most amazing, spicy curry sauce.
Soft Chicken Meatballs in Cream Sauce
Mild and comforting, this dish is all about tender chicken meatballs in a silky cream sauce. Perfect with Romanian Mamaliga (Polenta) or Spinach Mashed Potatoes.
German Meatballs in Caper Sauce (Königsberger Klopse)
A traditional German recipe: meatballs served with a tangy white sauce dotted with capers. They are great served with boiled potatoes and Buttered Peas.
Other Meatball Dishes
These are the recipes that go a little outside the classic - baked into casseroles, combined with rice, or with a special twist.
Spinach Meatball Potato Casserole
A cozy bake that brings meatballs, spinach, and potatoes together in one dish.
Meatballs and Rice
Simple, filling, and comforting - an everyday recipe that always works.
Cherry Meatballs
A surprising sweet-and-savory recipe, pairing juicy cherries with tender meatballs.
Sauerkraut with Meat Dumplings
A traditional, tangy dish where soft meat dumplings are simmered in flavorful sauerkraut.
Easy Meatloaf with Eggs
Classic, tender meatloaf that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Halloween Spider Meatloaf
A fun and festive recipe for October - meat shaped into spooky spiders, loved by kids and adults alike.
These meatballs bring back so many memories from family dinners, weeknight comforts, and festive tables. I hope they become part of your kitchen story too!
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