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

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.

Questions

Can I make Sweet and Spicy Meatballs gluten-free?

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

How long does Sweet and Spicy Meatballs keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Sweet and Spicy Meatballs?

Yes. As written it serves 8. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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