Best Zesty And Tangy Meatballs Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

TANGY AND SWEET MEATBALLS



Tangy and Sweet Meatballs image

When we entertain friends for Sunday dinner, I frequently serve these tangy meatballs. Everyone loves the distinctive sauce, but they're often surprised to learn it is made with gingernsaps. -Melody Mellinger, Myerstown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 large eggs
1 medium onion, chopped
1-1/2 cups dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon salt
2 pounds ground beef
2 tablespoons canola oil
SAUCE:
3-1/2 cups tomato juice
1 cup packed brown sugar
10 gingersnaps, finely crushed
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon onion salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, onion, bread crumbs and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. , In a large skillet, brown meatballs in batches in oil. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish., In a large saucepan, combine the sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until cookie crumbs are dissolved. Pour over meatballs. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 155mg cholesterol, Sodium 1226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

SWEET AND SPICY MEATBALLS



Sweet and Spicy Meatballs image

Provided by Kardea Brown

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large yellow onion, finely diced
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Two 10-ounce jars red pepper jelly or hot pepper jelly
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Mix the meats, panko, egg, garlic, onion, paprika, salt and pepper in a large bowl with your hands until completely combined. Scoop mixture into heaping tablespoons, then roll into neat balls. Transfer to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Bake until cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Add pepper jelly, orange juice and soy sauce to a small pan. Cook over medium-high heat until it simmers, then remove from the heat. Pour jelly sauce over the meatballs and toss to coat.

SWEET AND TANGY MEATBALLS



Sweet and Tangy Meatballs image

Sweet and tangy meatballs are a classic party appetizer that's perfect for your next big gathering, easy to prep in the oven or slow cooker.

Provided by Meghan Yager

Categories     Meatballs

Time 3h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs ground beef (80-85% lean)
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
2 large eggs
1 white medium onion, minced (about 1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 Tbsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp chili powder
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 cups ketchup or chili sauce
18 oz natural grape jelly

Steps:

  • Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and chili powder in a large bowl until well-combined.
  • Form the meat into 50 equally-sized balls, using a rounded teaspoonful for each.
  • Add oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat, or add to your slow cooker and turn on the SEAR setting. Once hot, lightly brown the meatballs in batches. Transfer to a large plate after they brown.
  • Add ketchup or chili sauce and jelly to a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil. Pour about 2/3 cup of the sauce into the bottom of a Dutch oven or Crock-Pot insert, spreading to coat the bottom in an even layer. This can also be done on the SEAR setting in your slow cooker.
  • Add one-third of the meatballs to the bottom of the pan or insert. Top with another 2/3 cup of sauce. Add another third of the meatballs on top, followed by another 2/3 cup of sauce. Finish with the remaining meatballs and top with remaining sauce.
  • If you are using a Dutch oven, cover and cook on low heat for 3 hours, until sauce has thickened and meat is cooked through.
  • If you are using a slow cooker, set to low and cook for 2-3 hours, until sauce is very thick and beef is cooked through.
  • Serve immediately on a platter with toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2-3 meatballs, Calories 217 calories, Sugar 20.4 g, Sodium 489.5 mg, Fat 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0.4 g, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 9.5 g, Cholesterol 49.4 mg

TANGY MEATBALLS



Tangy Meatballs image

A family favorite, these tend meatballs make a popular hors d'oeuvres at parties. The easy homemade barbecue sauce boasts terrific smoky-sweet flavor.-Jane Barta, St. Thomas, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large eggs
2 cups quick-cooking or rolled oats
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
SAUCE:
2 cups ketchup
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 to 2 teaspoons liquid smoke
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add oats, milk, onion, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Add the ground beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place meatballs on greased racks in shallow baking pans. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30 minutes; drain. , Place all of the meatballs in 1 of the pans. In a saucepan, bring all sauce ingredients to a boil. Pour over meatballs. Return to the oven and bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until meatballs are done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 991mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

ZESTY AND TANGY MEATBALLS



Zesty and Tangy Meatballs image

Easy and delicious, that is the type of party food I like. The sauce is indeed zesty and tangy, but a bit sweet too. I loved the bold flavors in this appetizing dish. These would be great for a tailgate, game night, or can be fancy enough to serve at a holiday party. Easy, easy, easy!

Provided by Teressa Drenth

Categories     Meat Appetizers

Time 3h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

5-6 lb frozen meatballs
SAUCE
2 1/2 c ketchup
1/2 c orange marmalade
1/2 c brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 c apple cider vinegar
1/2 c water
1/4 c mustard, spicy brown
2 Tbsp steak seasoning
1/2 c onion flakes, dehydrated
3 clove garlic, minced
3 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • 1. Combine sauce ingredients and pour over meatballs in 5qt or larger Crock Pot.
  • 2. Cover and set Crock Pot on HIGH for 3 hours, stirring 2-3 times during cook time.

STEPH'S ZESTY SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



Steph's Zesty Sweet and Sour Meatballs image

These meatballs are great! I came up with them on a whim one night while searching through my pantry trying to answer the age old question, 'What's for dinner?' My family LOVES these! I have also taken them to several BBQ's and they are ALWAYS a big hit! For dinner, I like to serve them with a side of steamed minute rice to go along with the meatballs. I hope you enjoy!

Provided by zoeandelvis

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatball Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained with juice reserved
1 tablespoon soy sauce
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
½ cup dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 pound lean ground beef
1 egg
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ cup milk
½ cup Italian dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 green bell pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat a slow cooker to Medium-High; stir the reserved liquid from the pineapple chunks, soy sauce, vinegar, and brown sugar together in the slow cooker. Whisk the cornstarch into the mixture until dissolved.
  • Mix the ground beef, egg, Worcestershire sauce, milk, bread crumbs, onion, salt, and pepper together in a bowl; form into 1-inch balls.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat; cook the meatballs in the hot skillet until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Place the meatballs into the slow cooker. Add the reserved pineapple chunks and green bell pepper.
  • Cover and cook until the meatballs are no longer pink in the center, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.2 calories, Carbohydrate 59.6 g, Cholesterol 118.7 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 729.3 mg, Sugar 45.2 g

SPICY ITALIAN MEATBALLS



Spicy Italian Meatballs image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 2h30m

Yield 70 to 80 small meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cloves garlic, grated on a rasp grater
2 whole eggs
Splash of milk
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil, for frying
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, diced
Two 28-ounce cans tomato sauce
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
Crushed red pepper, as needed
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the meatballs: Combine the ground beef, pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, ricotta, parsley, crushed red pepper, salt, garlic, eggs, milk and black pepper in a bowl. Mash with your hands until thoroughly combined. Form into small balls and place on a baking sheet. Set in the fridge for 1 hour.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs in batches until nice and deep golden, then move them to a plate.
  • For the sauce: Into the same skillet, add the garlic and onions and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the tomato sauce, parsley, tomato paste, sugar, salt, crushed red pepper and black pepper. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Add the meatballs back to the skillet and simmer another 15 minutes. Keep warm until serving.
  • Transfer to a chafing dish and serve with frilly toothpicks.

CROCK POT PARTY MEATBALLS WITH TANGY SAUCE



Crock Pot Party Meatballs With Tangy Sauce image

These slow cooker party meatballs are made with baked ground beef and sausage meatballs and a homemade sweet-and-tangy sauce to be served on skewers.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Appetizer     Snack     Dinner

Time 3h50m

Number Of Ingredients 20

For the Meatballs:
1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1/2 pound mild sausage (ground)
1 cup fine soft bread crumbs
1/3 cup milk
1 large egg (beaten)
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
For the Sauce:
1 cup ketchup
1 cup brown sugar (packed)
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons finely minced onion
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Optional: 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (or more, to taste)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Heat the oven to 350 F.
  • Line a large rimmed baking sheet (half-sheet pan) with foil. Place a cooling rack in the pan. Or use two jelly roll pans and smaller cooling racks. The cooling rack helps keep the meatballs out of the fat, but if you don't have one, arrange the meatballs right on the foil.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, sausage, bread crumbs, milk, beaten egg, 1 1/2 teaspoons of kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, the allspice, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix to blend the ingredients thoroughly.
  • Gently form the mixture into meatballs about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Place the meatballs on the rack(s).
  • Bake the meatballs at 350 F for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, minced onion, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and the optional ground cayenne pepper. Stir to blend.
  • Transfer the cooked meatballs to the crock pot. Add the sauce mixture.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours.
  • Serve from the slow cooker with toothpicks and napkins for guests.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 78 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 743 mg, Sugar 20 g, Fat 13 g, ServingSize 48 meatballs (12 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SPICY MEATBALLS WITH CHICKPEAS



Spicy Meatballs With Chickpeas image

Meatballs are the ultimate comfort food, and these are especially nice, perfumed with cumin, coriander and cinnamon. (Feel free to use ground beef, pork or turkey if ground lamb isn't available.) They may be prepared several hours or up to 2 days in advance - they reheat beautifully. Make the tomato gravy as piquant as you like, adding a good pinch of cayenne if you wish. The optional saffron adds a floral note. If you have the time, cook your chickpeas from scratch (it's best to soak them for at least a few hours or overnight). They'll cook in less than an hour. One pound dried chickpeas will yield about 6 cups cooked.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, meatballs, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings (about 30 meatballs)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 1/2 pounds ground lamb (or substitute ground beef, pork or turkey)
1/2 cup raw arborio rice or any white rice, rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon toasted ground cumin
1 teaspoon toasted ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup finely diced onion
3 garlic cloves, grated or minced
Extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup finely diced onion
Kosher salt
Pinch of saffron, crumbled, steeped in 1/4 cup warm water (optional)
1 teaspoon toasted ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, or to taste
1 (2-inch) cinnamon stick
1 (28-ounce) can plum tomatoes with their juices
1 cup chicken or beef broth (or chickpea cooking liquid)
6 cups cooked chickpeas
1/2 cup chopped parsley, cilantro or a combination

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Make the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, raw rice, salt, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, onion and garlic. Knead mixture well.
  • Coat a sheet pan or roasting pan lightly with olive oil. With wet hands, form mixture into 1-ounce meatballs and arrange in one layer on pan. Bake, uncovered, for about 15 minutes, until lightly browned. Remove and let cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, make the gravy: Place a wide heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil. When oil is hot, add onion, sprinkle lightly with salt and cook, stirring until softened and just beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Add saffron with soaking water, cumin, red-pepper flakes and cinnamon stick. Crush tomatoes with your hands, and add to pot, along with all tomato juices. Raise heat to medium-high, add broth and bring to a simmer. Taste and add more salt or red-pepper flakes as needed. Carefully add meatballs and adjust heat to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 30 minutes.
  • Warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat. Add chickpeas and a splash of water and heat through. Season to taste with salt. Sprinkle with chopped parsley or cilantro. Serve each diner 5 or 6 meatballs and plenty of gravy. Add a large spoonful of chickpeas on the side.

SPICY BUFFALO-STYLE MEATBALLS



Spicy Buffalo-Style Meatballs image

Quick and easy gluten-free dinner. My husband can eat all these spicy meatballs in one sitting! Serve with blue cheese dressing and veggie sticks.

Provided by Sagitta

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatball Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
½ cup gluten-free quick-cooking oats
1 small onion, chopped
1 large egg
¼ cup water
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons hot sauce, or more to taste
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix ground beef, oats, onion, egg, water, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper together in a large bowl; shape into 1-inch balls and arrange into a large baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven until very firm, hot, and grey in the center, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Drain fat from the dish.
  • Stir hot sauce, butter, and honey together in a bowl until smooth; pour over the meatballs. Turn meatballs to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 132.7 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 601.5 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

EASY SWEET AND SPICY MEATBALLS



Easy Sweet and Spicy Meatballs image

I had these at a graduation party and they were wonderful. I was shocked when they told me the ingredients. I've made them ever since and they always go like hot cakes! Either hand roll meatballs using your favorite meatball recipe or purchase frozen prepared meatballs. If you use frozen, allow for more simmering time.

Provided by Jeniflower

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatball Recipes

Time 4h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 (12 ounce) jars taco sauce
2 cups grape jelly
30 prepared meatballs

Steps:

  • Pour taco sauce and grape jelly into slow cooker; whisk to integrate jelly into sauce.
  • Gently drop meatballs into the sauce.
  • Cook on Low until sauce is warm and meatballs are tender and flavorful, about 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.3 calories, Carbohydrate 56.2 g, Cholesterol 69.8 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 708.3 mg, Sugar 40.8 g

Related Topics