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Firecracker Meatballs: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe with 5 Amazing Steps


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 25 minute

Ingredients

– 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup chopped parsley
– 1 large egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
– 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
– 2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce


Instructions

Creating Firecracker Meatballs can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined.
3. Form Meatballs: Using your hands, shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake Meatballs: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and browned on the outside.
5. Prepare Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, mix sweet chili sauce, hot sauce, and soy sauce in a small bowl. Adjust the heat to your liking.
6. Coat Meatballs: Once the meatballs are done baking, remove them from the oven and toss them in the sauce until fully coated. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to set the sauce.

These steps will help you create these incredible meatballs effortlessly!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4-6 servings
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 16g
  • Protein: 24g