Meatball Sandwich

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Ground meat (chicken, beef or pork) - 500 grams
2. Breadcrumbs - 100 grams
3. Eggs - 2
4. Ketchup or BBQ sauce - 50 grams (for meatballs)
5. Sandwich bread - 8 slices
6. Lettuce - 1 head
7. Tomatoes - 2
8. Cheese - 100 grams (sliced)
9. Salt, pepper, and other seasoning to taste

Preparation Time:

2 hours (including meatball preparation and sandwich assembly)

Cooking Time:

30 minutes (for meatballs); 10 minutes (for sandwich assembly)

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare meatballs by mixing ground meat, breadcrumbs, eggs, and seasoning. Form into small balls and cook until fully done.
2. Prepare the sandwich bread by spreading some ketchup or BBQ sauce on one side of each slice.
3. Assemble the sandwiches by placing cooked meatballs, lettuce, tomato slices, and cheese on the bread with sauce.
4. Press the sandwiches lightly to secure the ingredients and serve warm.

Nutritional Information: (Based on estimated values)

Calories: ~600 per sandwich (depending on meat type and ingredients used) Fat: ~30g Protein: ~30g Carbohydrates: ~50g

Dish Characteristics:

1. American-style sandwich with a creative meatball filling.
2. Easy to customize with different sauces, meats, and vegetables.
3. Perfect for a quick meal or a casual gathering.

User Comments:

1. "The meatballs were juicy and flavorful, a great addition to the sandwich."
2. "The sandwich was filling and the combination of flavors was spot on."
3. "I liked the option to customize the sandwich with different toppings."

Special Precautions and Tips:

1. Use fresh ingredients for best results.
2. Adjust seasoning according to personal preference.
3. If using different types of ground meat, adjust cooking time accordingly.
4. Handle the sandwiches gently to avoid squishing the meatballs and spreading the filling.