Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds ground top sirloin
3/4 pound ground pork
3/4 pound ground veal
2 cloves garlic, pressed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 slice Italian bread, soaked in water
3/4 cup unseasoned dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup light olive oil
Preparation
Line a baking sheet with paper towels; set aside.
In a large bowl, combine top sirloin, pork, veal, extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add cheese, parsley, and eggs. Squeeze water from bread. Tear into small pieces, and add to meat mixture. Add 3/4 cup bread crumbs; stir to combine.
With damp hands, form 1/4 cup mixture into a ball. Repeat with remaining mixture.
Heat light olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is very hot, add meatballs in one layer. Cook until golden brown all over, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to prepared baking sheet to drain.
