"If you're pan-frying meatballs, whether frozen or homemade, you can remove them from the pan when done and set them aside. Then make your gravy in that same pan, following the instructions on the back of the packet. The drippings from the homemade meatballs will infuse the gravy with a rich, smoky taste that will make it even more flavorful."
"You can also opt to cook frozen meatballs in the oven or air fryer, and then simmer them in the gravy to finish them. Frozen meatballs are often at a higher risk of being dry after cooking because they typically don't have a lot of juicy fat, which is needed for tender, moist meatballs. Simmering them in gravy "would typically add umami to the mixture and help the meat retain moisture," said Gellman."
Store-bought gravy packets can add rich, savory flavor to meatballs and serve as a convenient shortcut that preserves taste. When pan-frying meatballs, remove them, then make gravy in the same pan so drippings impart a rich smoky taste. Frozen meatballs can be cooked in the oven or air fryer and finished by simmering in gravy to add umami and retain moisture. Frozen varieties often lack juicy fat and risk drying out, so simmering helps tenderize them. Choosing a gravy flavor that complements the meatball type prevents clashing, and simple additions can make packet gravy taste homemade.
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