Playful Porcupine Meatballs Recipe: Quirky Comfort Food Magic - The Pass and Provisions

Ingredients

• 1 pound (500 grams) ground beef (or pork/beef mix)
• ½ cup uncooked white rice
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
• 1 can (14 ounces/400 grams) crushed tomatoes
• 1 ½ cups beef or chicken stock
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano or thyme
• ¼ teaspoon salt (to taste)