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Flavorful Honey Sriracha Meatballs

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These honey sriracha meatballs offer a perfect balance of sweet honey and spicy sriracha, making them ideal for quick appetizers or comforting rice bowls. Juicy, tender, and coated in a sticky glaze, they are a crowd-pleaser for all occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef or a mix of beef and pork (80/20 preferred)
  • ½ cup bread crumbs (plain or panko)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 stalks green onion, finely chopped (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, bread crumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped green onions, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently by hand until just combined, about 2-3 minutes. Avoid overmixing.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls, about 20-24 meatballs. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 15-18 minutes until browned and cooked through (internal temperature 160°F/71°C).
  5. While baking, whisk together honey, sriracha, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Adjust heat or sweetness as desired.
  6. Transfer cooked meatballs to a large bowl, pour warm glaze over them, and toss gently to coat evenly.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired. Serve immediately as appetizers with toothpicks or over steamed rice.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to keep meatballs tender. Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper cooking. Toss meatballs in glaze while warm for best coating. For a crispier exterior, broil glazed meatballs 1-2 minutes watching carefully. If sauce thickens too much when cooled, gently rewarm before tossing again.

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Keywords: honey sriracha meatballs, spicy meatballs, easy appetizers, rice bowls, sweet and spicy, party snacks

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