Sweet and Spicy Meatballs

Name: Sweet and Spicy Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 cup grape jelly; 1 cup chili sauce; 1 tsp sriracha sauce; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Tender meatballs glazed with a sweet and spicy sauce. A crowd-pleasing appetizer that's perfect for parties and gatherings.

40 minEasyServes 8250 cal/serving

AmericanAppetizerStovetopStandardLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 cup grape jelly
1 cup chili sauce
1 tsp sriracha sauce
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 beaten egg, 1/4 cup finely chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix well but don't overwork the meat.
2

Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
4

In a separate saucepan, combine 1 cup grape jelly, 1 cup chili sauce, and 1 tsp sriracha sauce if desired. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring until jelly is melted and sauce is smooth.
5

Add the cooked meatballs to the sauce and stir gently to coat. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, until sauce thickens slightly.
6

Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and serve warm with toothpicks.

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Questions

How do I know when Sweet and Spicy Meatballs is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 4: cook until jelly is melted and sauce is smooth. Step 5: cook until sauce thickens slightly.

Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef in Sweet and Spicy Meatballs?

Yes. Choose turkey that is not extra-lean and add a tablespoon of oil to the pan, because turkey has less fat and browns more slowly. Season it a little harder than you would beef. As written, the entry for Sweet and Spicy Meatballs uses 1 lb ground beef.

Can I make Sweet and Spicy Meatballs less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Sweet and Spicy Meatballs comes from 1 tsp sriracha sauce. For a milder plate, start with half the sriracha and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes.

Can I make Sweet and Spicy Meatballs gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Sweet and Spicy Meatballs is 1/2 cup breadcrumbs. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Sweet and Spicy Meatballs contain eggs?

Yes: 1 egg, beaten. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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