Sweet and Spicy Meatballs Recipe

These easy sweet and spicy meatballs are a crowd-pleasing appetizer or main dish. Made with a flavorful blend of ground beef, breadcrumbs, spices, and a sweet and tangy glaze, these meatballs are perfect for parties or weeknight dinners. The combination of brown sugar, ketchup, and hot sauce creates a mouth-watering sauce that coats the tender meatballs, making them irresistibly delicious. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up a batch of these tasty meatballs in no time.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp hot sauce
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
3. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and browned.
5. While the meatballs are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, ketchup, hot sauce, water, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
6. Once the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the oven and brush them with the prepared glaze. Return the meatballs to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes to allow the glaze to caramelize.
7. Garnish the meatballs with sliced green onions, if desired, and serve hot.

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