Description
BBQ meatballs are a mouthwatering blend of juicy ground beef and a sweet, smoky sauce that captures the essence of summer cookouts. These tender bites are perfect for parties or cozy dinners, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether served as appetizers or over rice, they are sure to impress your family and friends with their nostalgic taste and delightful aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and browned.
- Heat barbecue sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until simmering.
- Toss baked meatballs in the sauce until fully coated.
- Serve hot as an appetizer or over rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg