Gourmet Wagyu Meatballs with Truffle Bolognese Sauce

Gourmet Wagyu Meatballs with Truffle Bolognese Sauce

Preparation time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 1 hour Serves: 4-6

Ingredients:

For the Meatballs

1 pound (450g) ground Wagyu beef

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley

1/4 cup finely chopped onion

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 egg, lightly beaten

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

 

For the Truffle Bolognese Sauce

2 tablespoons olive oil

1/2 cup finely chopped onion

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup finely chopped carrot

1/2 cup finely chopped celery

1 pound (450g) ground Wagyu beef

1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes

1/4 cup tomato paste

1/2 cup red wine (optional)

1 teaspoon dried basil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons truffle oil

Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground Wagyu beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, onion, garlic, egg, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.
2. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Set them aside on a plate or baking sheet.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the ground Wagyu beef. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
5. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine (if using), dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the sauce simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. Heat a separate skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
8. Transfer the browned meatballs to a baking dish and place them in the preheated oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through.
9. Once the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes.
10. Stir the truffle oil into the Bolognese sauce, adjusting the seasoning if needed.
11. To serve, spoon the truffle Bolognese sauce onto a serving platter or individual plates. Place the meatballs on top of the sauce. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.
12. Enjoy the gourmet Wagyu meatballs with truffle Bolognese sauce alongside your favorite pasta or crusty bread. Bon appétit!

Note: Feel free to adjust the seasoning and truffle oil to your taste preferences. You can also add a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley or grated truffle on top.