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Instant Pot Porcupine Meatballs Recipe


Instant Pot Porcupine Meatballs 4 Sons 'R' Us
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Description

This Instant Pot Porcupine Meatballs recipe is a great way to enjoy classic family-style porcupine meatballs without all the hassle. Tender, juicy, and flavorful, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. The combination of ground beef, rice, tomato sauce, onion, and spices will have your family and friends asking for seconds! Plus, the Instant Pot makes it so easy to prepare these flavorful meatballs. Serve these with a side of mashed potatoes and a tossed salad for a complete meal. Enjoy!

Prep Time

This Instant Pot Porcupine Meatballs recipe comes together quickly, with only 10 minutes of prep time. That’s right, 10 minutes! So you can have dinner ready in no time. All you need to do is mix together the ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic, and spices, and you’re ready to go. Easy, right?

Cook Time

The cooking time for this Instant Pot Porcupine Meatballs recipe is only 8 minutes! The Instant Pot does all of the work for you, so you can sit back and relax while your dinner is cooking. Once the timer goes off, you’ll have perfectly cooked Porcupine Meatballs that are ready to be served. It doesn’t get any easier than this!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked white rice
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Using your hands, form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them in the Instant Pot.
  3. Pour the tomato sauce over the meatballs.
  4. Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and set the valve to “sealing”. Select the “Manual” setting and set the timer for 8 minutes.
  5. Once the timer goes off, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure.
  6. Carefully open the lid and serve the Porcupine Meatballs with a side of mashed potatoes and a tossed salad.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Large bowl
  • Spoon

Notes

This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled if you’re serving a larger crowd. You can also substitute ground turkey or ground chicken for the ground beef, if desired. For a vegetarian option, use cooked lentils or beans in place of the ground beef.

Nutrition: Per Serving

This recipe yields 4 servings. Each serving contains approximately:

  • Calories: 288
  • Fat: 12.6g
  • Carbohydrates: 18.3g
  • Protein: 24.4g

Recipe Tips

For extra flavor, try adding a few tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, basil, or oregano. If you’d like a bit of heat, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes. For a lighter version, use ground turkey or chicken in place of the ground beef. You can also use brown rice instead of white, if desired.

This Instant Pot Porcupine Meatballs recipe is a great way to enjoy a classic family meal without all the fuss. It’s easy to make and the Instant Pot does all the work for you. Plus, it’s a great way to get your family to eat their veggies! Enjoy!


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