Stuffed Meatballs

To prepare a delicious recipe of stuffed momites, we start by washing the momites well, making sure to remove any impurities. Then, we carefully slit them on both sides, being careful not to cut them completely, but just to make deep incisions so that we can fill them with savory ingredients. In each momita, we insert a piece of smoked bacon, which will add a special flavor, and a clove of garlic, which will enhance the aroma. This mix of bacon and garlic will give the momites a unique and irresistible taste.

Once the momites are filled, we place them in a pan with heated lard over medium heat to fry them. It is important to fry them evenly so that they become golden and crispy on the outside, while the inside remains juicy and flavorful. During frying, we will prepare a garlic sauce that will perfectly accompany the dish. The remaining garlic from the filling is crushed with a pestle, adding a teaspoon of salt, a teaspoon of sweet paprika, and a pinch of thyme. The mixture is diluted with a bit of warm water, resulting in a fragrant and spicy sauce that will enhance the taste of the momites.

After the momites are fried to perfection, we lightly salt them, being careful not to overdo it, as the bacon is already salty. We serve the momites hot, alongside a generous portion of steaming polenta. This is a traditional accompaniment that adds a creamy texture and a pleasant contrast to the crunchiness of the momites. Over the polenta, we can grate a little cheese or telemea, which will melt slightly, adding extra flavor.

In the end, we generously drizzle everything with the remaining garlic sauce, giving the dish an intense and aromatic taste. This recipe for momites stuffed with smoked bacon and garlic, served alongside polenta and garlic sauce, is not just a meal, but an authentic culinary experience that will delight all the senses. Enjoy your meal!