Description
These Honey Garlic Meatballs offer a perfect balance of sweet and savory, making them a crowd-pleasing favorite. The combination of tender, juicy meatballs and a sticky, flavorful honey garlic sauce is sure to impress. Quick and easy to prepare, they can be served as an appetizer, main dish, or a party snack. Whether you’re using beef, chicken, or a vegetarian alternative, this recipe is customizable to suit your taste.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef (or your preferred meat)
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1/4 cup breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup milk
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1 large egg
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
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1/2 cup honey
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
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Roll the mixture into small meatballs (1 to 1.5 inches in diameter) and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.
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Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the meatballs are golden brown and cooked through.
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While baking, make the sauce. In a saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil (if using), and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Remove the meatballs from the oven and place them in a skillet. Pour the sauce over the meatballs and toss to coat.
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Let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and adhere to the meatballs.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Storage: Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.Freezing: Allow cooked meatballs to cool before freezing for up to 3 months. Reheat by microwaving, on the stove, or in the oven.Make-Ahead: Prepare and bake the meatballs ahead of time, then reheat and coat them with the sauce when ready to serve.
