Description
Firecracker Meatballs bring explosive flavor to your dinner table, combining spicy Asian-inspired sauce with tender, juicy meat. Zesty chili sauce and green onions elevate these irresistible bites that you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef or ground turkey
Binding and Flavor Enhancers:
- ⅓ cup (30g) breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Sauce Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup (80ml) hot sauce (like Franks RedHot)
- ⅓ cup (80g) packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
Instructions
- Prepare a baking surface by lining a sheet with parchment paper or applying a light coating of oil to prevent sticking.
- Create a flavor-packed mixture by combining ground protein with aromatic seasonings, binding ingredients, and herbs in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Gently fold the ingredients together, using a delicate touch to maintain the meat’s tenderness and prevent dense, tough meatballs.
- Form uniform spherical portions by scooping and rolling the seasoned mixture, ensuring consistent size for even cooking.
- Arrange the crafted meatballs on the prepared baking surface, positioning them with ample space between each piece to allow proper heat circulation.
- Transfer the baking sheet to a preheated oven, setting the temperature to create an environment that will transform the raw ingredients into a golden, savory delicacy.
- Monitor the cooking process, watching for a rich exterior and ensuring the internal temperature reaches a safe level for consumption.
Notes
- Use lean ground meat to reduce excess grease and create lighter, healthier meatballs.
- Gently mix ingredients to maintain a soft, tender texture without compressing the meat too much.
- For gluten-free option, swap breadcrumbs with crushed gluten-free crackers or almond flour.
- Add extra flavor by incorporating finely chopped fresh herbs like cilantro or green onions into the meat mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg