TACO PORK MEATBALLS

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Mexican shredded cheese, taco seasoning mix and serrano chile give these easy oven-baked pork meatballs a big flavor boost. Serve with guacamole dipping sauce for an irresistible appetizer, or get creative and make them part of your weekly taco night!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 lb ground pork
1 egg
1/2 cup Progresso™ plain panko bread crumbs
1/3 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
2 tablespoons (from 1-oz package) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 tablespoon chopped seeded serrano chile
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 medium avocado, pitted, peeled and diced
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Heat oven to 400°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil. Spray with cooking spray.
In large bowl, mix Meatball ingredients until well combined. Using rounded tablespoon measure, shape 20 (1 1/2-inch)meatballs; place in pan. Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until no longer pink in the center (at least 165°F).
Meanwhile, in small bowl, add avocado and lime juice; mash with fork until nearly smooth. Add 2 tablespoons green onions, the cilantro and 1/4 teaspoon salt; stir until completely combined. Refrigerate until ready to serve with meatballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 820 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g