Sweet And Spicy Meatballs (Printable Recipe)
Juicy meatballs with bold sweet and spicy flavor perfect for parties or dinner.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Meatballs
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1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/4 cup chopped green onions
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1 large egg
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon minced ginger
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
→ Sauce
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1/3 cup ketchup
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1/4 cup honey
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon sriracha
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, green onions, egg, garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl. Mix until just combined.
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Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and arrange them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake the meatballs for 20 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned.
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In a saucepan, whisk together ketchup, honey, soy sauce, and sriracha. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Transfer baked meatballs to a bowl, pour warm sauce over them, and toss gently to coat evenly.
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Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.
# Extra Tips:
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Chilling the mixture before shaping helps prevent the meatballs from falling apart during baking.
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Avoid over-mixing the meat mixture to keep the texture tender.