Sweet Chili Meatballs
Sweet Chili Meatballs are a delightful appetizer or main course that balance sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey Choose your preferred meat.
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Used to bind the meat.
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions Adds freshness.
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce Enhances flavor.
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic For aroma and flavor.
- 1 each egg Acts as a binder.
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce For coating the meatballs.
- to taste Salt and pepper Season to preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all the ingredients listed above.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef or turkey with breadcrumbs, chopped green onions, soy sauce, minced garlic, and egg. Add salt and pepper according to taste.
- Mix thoroughly using your hands until everything is evenly combined, resulting in a sticky but moldable mixture.
- Shape the mixture into golf-ball-sized meatballs, aiming for uniform sizes for even cooking.
Cooking
- Place the formed meatballs in your Crockpot, arranging them in a single layer without overcrowding.
- Pour the sweet chili sauce over the meatballs, ensuring they are covered completely.
- Close the lid of your Crockpot and set it to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
Serving
- Once cooked, use tongs to remove meatballs from the Crockpot and serve warm.
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Notes
These meatballs are great as an appetizer, over rice, in sliders, or served with fresh vegetables. You can make them ahead and store leftovers properly.