Party Meatball Sauce
Transform your next gathering with this irresistibly tangy-sweet Party Meatball Sauce! Combining pantry staples like ketchup and grape jelly with the bold flavors of soy sauce, Worcestershire, and a touch of apple cider vinegar, this quick and easy recipe is the perfect balance of sweetness and savory depth. A hint of garlic and onion powder, along with optional hot sauce for a spicy kick, makes this crowd-pleasing sauce a versatile addition to any appetizer lineup. Ready in just 15 minutes, this glossy, delicious sauce clings perfectly to warm, tender meatballs, creating a dish that’s sure to steal the spotlight at your next party.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 cup grape jelly
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the ketchup and grape jelly. Stir until the mixture is smooth and the jelly begins to melt.
Add the apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and hot sauce (if using). Mix thoroughly to ensure all the spices are evenly distributed.
Pour in the water to thin the sauce slightly. Stir continuously until the mixture is fully combined.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning.
Let the sauce cook for 5-7 minutes until it is slightly thickened and glossy.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more vinegar for tanginess, or more jelly for sweetness, if desired.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly before tossing it with warm, cooked meatballs. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1912 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 231.9 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 160.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 525 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
