Sticky BBQ Honey Garlic Meatballs
Indulge in the flavor explosion of Sticky BBQ Honey Garlic Meatballs, where tender meatballs are enveloped in a luscious sweet and savory sauce. Perfect for any gathering, these meatballs are not just a dish; they are a delightful experience that brings friends and family together. Easy to make and endlessly adaptable, they promise to transform your meals into memorable feasts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- While baking, whisk together BBQ sauce, honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Drizzle the sauce over hot meatballs and toss gently to coat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (90g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken. Enhance flavor by adding crushed red pepper flakes for heat or mixing in fresh herbs like cilantro.