Firecracker Meatballs
Spicy, sweet, and tangy meatballs perfect for parties or game day. These firecracker meatballs combine ground beef, pork, and a kick of heat with a glaze made from soy sauce, honey, sriracha, and garlic.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Meatball Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 0.5 lb ground pork
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
Glaze
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Garnish
- 1 green onion sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds optional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, onion, egg, garlic, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix gently until just combined; do not overwork the mixture.
- Shape the mixture into 24 evenly sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- While the meatballs bake, prepare the glaze: In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, sriracha, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove baked meatballs from the oven and transfer them to a serving dish. Pour the warm glaze over the top and toss gently to coat.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Serve these spicy meatballs as an appetizer or main dish with rice and steamed vegetables. They're great for potlucks, game days, or any gathering!