Best Meatballs

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with aluminum foil, then set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together panko breadcrumbs, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Add ground beef, ground pork, eggs, olive oil, and garlic to bowl with dry ingredients. Using a spatula (or even just your hands), mix or knead meat into dry ingredients until thoroughly combined.

Step 4

Scoop out 1-2 tablespoons of meat mixture and work it with your hands. For best results, gently press meat as you roll it into a ball; doing this will help meatballs keep their shape. If there are any seams along meatball surface, pinch them closed, then roll meatball between your hands until smooth. Take about 10-20 seconds for each meatball to ensure they're rolled correctly. Once finished, place meatballs on prepared baking sheet; it's okay if meatballs are placed close together, but ensure they're not touching. Repeat this step until all meat mixture has been used.

Step 5

Bake meatballs for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.

Step 6

Serve as desired.