Sweet Savory Meatballs
Get ready to savor the perfect balance of flavors with these irresistible Sweet Savory Meatballs. Crafted from a juicy blend of ground beef and pork, these tender meatballs are baked to perfection and then smothered in a luscious homemade sauce that harmoniously combines sweet honey, tangy apple cider vinegar, and umami-rich soy sauce. A touch of garlic and a cornstarch slurry add depth and velvety texture to the sauce, making every bite burst with flavor. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes and versatile serving options—whether as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or atop a bed of steamed rice—this dish delivers restaurant-quality comfort right in your kitchen. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, these Sweet Savory Meatballs are a must-try recipe for fans of bold, balanced flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 0.5 lb ground pork
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup honey
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until evenly combined, but do not overmix.
Using your hands, shape the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned.
While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sauce. In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add soy sauce, honey, ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to the saucepan. Stir well to combine and bring to a simmer.
In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly add the slurry to the simmering sauce, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens (about 2-3 minutes).
Once the meatballs are cooked, transfer them to the saucepan with the thickened sauce. Toss gently to coat the meatballs evenly in the sauce.
Serve warm as an appetizer or over steamed rice as a main dish. Garnish with fresh parsley or sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2461 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.8 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.8 g | 284% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 730 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 4321 mg | 188% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.6 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.5 g | ||
| Protein | 150.5 g | 301% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 271 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1621 mg | 34% | |
*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.
