Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef or turkey
– 1 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 egg
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
– Optional: sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
Creating BBQ Meatballs is simple and fun. Follow these steps to delight your family and friends:
1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures even cooking and helps the meatballs develop a golden exterior.
2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef (or turkey), breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing for tender meatballs.
3. Form Meatballs: Use your hands to shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
4. Bake Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
5. Prepare BBQ Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, heat the BBQ sauce in a small saucepan over low heat, allowing it to simmer gently.
6. Coat Meatballs: Once the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the oven. Carefully transfer them to a large mixing bowl and pour the heated BBQ sauce over them. Toss to coat each meatball evenly.
7. Simmer: If desired, return the coated meatballs to the oven or a skillet on low heat for an additional 5 minutes to allow the sauce to set.
8. Garnish: For a beautiful presentation, sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions on top of the meatballs.
These steps will guide you in creating BBQ Meatballs that are both delightful and easy to make.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 22g