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Honey Garlic Meatballs

Sweet & Savory Honey Garlic Meatballs You’ll Love at Home

Delicious Honey Garlic Meatballs that blend sweet and savory flavors, perfect for quick dinners or special gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground beef and pork mixture Can substitute ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use panko or gluten-free if needed.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Can use nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Substitute with non-dairy milk if desired.
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg can be used for a vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped parsley Can swap with cilantro.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey Maple syrup or agave can be used for a vegan version.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Vinegar Rice vinegar is recommended.
  • 1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes Optional.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Mix with water to create a slurry.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • spatula
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine your ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, pepper, and onion powder. Mix gently and set aside.
  2. Scoop out portions of the meat mixture and roll into uniform balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place on a plate.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs in batches and cook for about 8-10 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  4. Add more oil to the skillet if needed, and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, ketchup, vinegar, and optional red pepper flakes, cooking for about 2 minutes.
  5. Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry and stir it into the sauce, cooking until thickened (1-2 minutes).
  6. Return meatballs to the skillet, gently coating them with the sauce for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm over rice or noodles, or as appetizers.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Gentle mixing prevents tough meatballs. Let meatballs sit in the sauce for a few minutes for flavor infusion. Adjust honey sweetness as needed. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.

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