BARBECUE MEATBALLS

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I came across this recipe while living abroad many years ago. These meatballs are as finger-licking good as barbecued ribs but easier to eat.-Dane Harvill, Mosca, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

2 eggs
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 small onion, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground beef
SAUCE:
1-1/2 cups water
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup chili sauce
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. With wet hands, shape into 1-in. balls. In a large skillet, brown meatballs in small batches over medium heat, turning often. Remove with a slotted spoon and keep warm; drain. , In the same pan, combine sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; add the meatballs. Simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until sauce is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 339mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.