Meatball Subs
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Meatball Sub that's overflowing with flavorful, tender meatballs, bathed in a rich, homemade marinara sauce, and smothered in melted, oozy mozzarella.
Servings: 4
Calories: 708kcal
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to tastge
Subs
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 4 hoagie rolls
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
- Form the mixture into 12-16 meatballs.
- Place the meatballs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not touching.
- Air fry the meatballs for 8-10 minutes or until they are browned on all sides and fully cooked through, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Pour the marinara sauce into a medium-sized saucepan and heat it over medium heat until simmering.
- Cut the hoagie rolls in half lengthwise and place them on a baking sheet.
- Add 4 meatballs (or 3 if you only made 12) into each roll.
- Spoon some of the marinara sauce over the meatballs, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Bread Selection: This recipe uses hoagie rolls, but any type of sub roll or even a crusty baguette can be used.
- Cheese Options: While mozzarella is the classic choice for this recipe, feel free to experiment with other cheeses like provolone or Monterey Jack.
- Meat Variations: You can replace half of the ground beef with ground pork or veal for a different flavor profile.
- Sauce Choices: Feel free to substitute the marinara with your favorite pasta sauce if desired.
- Storing and Reheating: Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sub | Calories: 708kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 176mg | Sodium: 1647mg | Potassium: 1001mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1547IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 479mg | Iron: 7mg
