Bell Pepper
Cheese Pork Meatballs
Crispy on the outside and bouncy on the inside, these air-fried pork meatballs feature sweet bell peppers, red onion, and a gooey melted cheese center.
Combining everyday comfort with a fun culinary twist, these pork meatballs pack vibrant bell peppers and rich cheese into every bite. Seasoned with soy sauce, peanut butter, and cumin, they offer a unique balance of savory depth and sweetness that appeals to both adults and children alike.
Ingredients
- 300 g minced pork
- 1/2 red bell pepper
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper
- 1/4 red onion
- 50 g cheese cubes
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp peanut butter
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- 1Dice Bell Peppers
Place the red and yellow bell peppers on a wooden cutting board and use a cleaver to dice them into small, even pieces.
Tip: Keep the pieces small so they blend well into the meat mixture. - 2Dice Red Onion
Transfer the red onion to the cutting board and dice it finely into small pieces.
Tip: Cut evenly to ensure consistent texture in the meatballs. - 3Combine Vegetables and Pork
Add the freshly diced bell peppers and red onions directly into the metal bowl containing the minced pork.
Tip: Make sure the bowl is large enough to allow easy mixing later. - 4Add Seasonings
Measure and add soy sauce, peanut butter, cumin, and cornstarch to the bowl with the pork and vegetables.
Tip: Peanut butter adds a rich and unique savory depth to the meat mixture. - 5Mix Ingredients Thoroughly
Use chopsticks to stir and combine the minced pork, chopped vegetables, and all the seasonings until well incorporated.
Tip: Mix in a circular motion to ensure the seasonings distribute evenly. - 6Fold in Cheese Cubes
Add small cubes of cheese into the seasoned meat mixture and gently stir until the cheese pieces are evenly distributed.
Tip: Be careful not to mash the cheese cubes too much so they stay intact during cooking. - 7Shape the Meatballs
Shape the prepared meat mixture into small, uniform balls and arrange them neatly on a baking tray lined with aluminum foil.
Tip: Wet your hands slightly to prevent the meat mixture from sticking while shaping. - 8Air Fry the Meatballs
Place the baking tray containing the meatballs into the air fryer to cook them at 165 degrees for 15 minutes.
Tip: Ensure proper spacing on the tray so the meatballs cook evenly.
