Best 6 Absolutely Awesome Smoky Meatballs Recipes

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Meatballs, a classic culinary delight, can be elevated to an extraordinary level of flavor with the introduction of smoky notes. Achieving the perfect balance of smokiness, tenderness, and seasonings in your meatballs can transform them from ordinary to absolutely awesome. Embark on a culinary journey as we uncover the secrets to crafting smoky meatballs that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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SWEET AND SPICY MEATBALLS



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large yellow onion, finely diced
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Two 10-ounce jars red pepper jelly or hot pepper jelly
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Mix the meats, panko, egg, garlic, onion, paprika, salt and pepper in a large bowl with your hands until completely combined. Scoop mixture into heaping tablespoons, then roll into neat balls. Transfer to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Bake until cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Add pepper jelly, orange juice and soy sauce to a small pan. Cook over medium-high heat until it simmers, then remove from the heat. Pour jelly sauce over the meatballs and toss to coat.

THE BEST MEATBALLS YOU'LL EVER HAVE



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Very tasty meatballs full of spice and sauteed to perfection. I usually serve mine with spaghetti, but I've also served them with a BBQ sauce and rice on the side.

Provided by BEARNESTA

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatball Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef
¾ cup crushed seasoned croutons
¼ cup chopped sweet onion
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 cloves garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, croutons, sweet onion, egg, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, red pepper flakes, and Cajun seasoning. Form the mixture by hand into meatballs.
  • Heat the olive oil and melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Place the meatballs in the skillet, and cook, turning constantly, 20 minutes, or to desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Cholesterol 123.1 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 481.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

FAMOUS MEATBALLS



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These meatballs are a favorite for any occasion. I made 14 pounds of meatballs for my sister's graduation party and I only had 1 medium container left over. My mother made sloppy joes and needless to say they had a lot left over because everyone loved these meatballs. Guaranteed favorite!

Provided by loves2bake

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (13.25 ounce) can pineapple chunks in juice
1 green bell pepper, sliced
½ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 (3 pound) bag frozen cooked meatballs, thawed

Steps:

  • Pour pineapple chunks with juice into a saucepan. Stir green bell pepper, brown sugar, cornstarch, soy sauce, and lemon juice through the pineapple chunks until sugar and cornstarch dissolve.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 10 minutes.
  • Place meatballs into slow cooker crock; pour pineapple mixture over meatballs.
  • Cook on Medium for 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 611 calories, Carbohydrate 46.4 g, Cholesterol 188.5 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 38.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 587.1 mg, Sugar 27.5 g

ABSOLUTELY AWESOME SMOKY MEATBALLS



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This recipe was given to me by my friend Julie. She makes them for every gathering that we have for our school group. They are different and very, very tasty! I think you will enjoy them as much as we do!!

Provided by Z5370

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 4h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 egg
5 ounces evaporated milk
1 cup quick oats
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
2 cups ketchup
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients for meatballs. Shape into small, 1 inch balls. Place on cookie sheet. Bake @325 for 15 to 18 minutes. Drain.
  • Mix sauce ingredients together in a saucepan. Cook on medium low till sugar dissolves.
  • Place meatballs in crockpot. Add sauce. Cook on low for 4 hours or until onion is tender.

SMOKY PORK MEATBALLS TRAYBAKE



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Make this comforting meatball traybake with a twist, using hot smoked paprika for a smoky flavour

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

400g pork mince
70g soft white breadcrumbs
1 small bunch of parsley, finely chopped
pinch of chilli flakes
1 egg yolk
2 red peppers
3 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tsp hot smoked paprika
2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes
1 tsp sugar
80g grated cheddar and mozzarella (or just cheddar)
pasta, potato wedges or rice, to serve

Steps:

  • Tip the pork into a large bowl with the breadcrumbs, parsley, chilli flakes, egg yolk, 1 tsp of salt and some black pepper. Knead everything together for 5 mins to tenderise the meat. Divide the pork mix into 12 large balls, weighing for accuracy if you like. Chill until ready to use.
  • Heat the grill to its highest setting. Put the peppers whole on a baking sheet and grill for 20-25 mins, turning halfway, until blackened and blistered. Set aside to cool a little.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce. Heat 2 tbsp of the oil in a large casserole or saucepan over a low-medium heat, add the onion and fry gently for 10 mins or until softened and translucent. Add the garlic and paprika and cook for 1 min. Stir through the tomatoes and sugar, and simmer uncovered over a low heat for 10 mins. Season to taste.
  • Heat the remaining oil in a large, non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Add the meatballs and fry for 5 mins, turning regularly, until evenly golden brown.
  • Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Tip the meatballs into a medium casserole dish. Peel the skin off the cooled peppers, deseed and slice into strips. Add the sliced peppers to the dish with the meatballs and pour over the tomato sauce. Sprinkle over the cheese and bake for 15-20 mins until the meatballs are cooked through and the cheese is bubbling. Serve with pasta, wedges or rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 calories, Fat 26 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 14 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 30 grams protein, Sodium 1.9 milligram of sodium

SWEET AND SMOKY MEATBALLS



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My husband loves these meatballs and the sweet/smoky sauce that goes with them. We eat them over rice or on rolls. I usually make a little extra sauce to dip the meatballs in or to pour more over when they are done cooking.

Provided by SpeechTeachMe

Categories     Sauces

Time 50m

Yield 5 batches

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 eggs
2 cups dry breadcrumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon white pepper or 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 lbs lean ground beef
1 cup ketchup
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4-1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke

Steps:

  • In large bowl, beat eggs.
  • Add the next five ingredients.
  • Add beef;mix well.
  • Shape into balls.
  • Place in single layers on ungreased baking pans.
  • Bake at 400 for 10-15 minutes or until no longer pink, turning often.
  • Drain.
  • Place meatballs into an ungreased 1 qt baking dish.
  • Combine the sauce ingredients and pour over meatballs.
  • Cover and bake at 350 for about 15-30 minutes.
  • Stir to cover meatballs evenly with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1053.2, Fat 42.8, SaturatedFat 16.5, Cholesterol 405.1, Sodium 1647.5, Carbohydrate 79, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 47.1, Protein 84.5

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ground beef. This will ensure that your meatballs are juicy and flavorful.
  • Season the ground beef generously. Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
  • Add some bread crumbs to the ground beef mixture. This will help to bind the meatballs together and prevent them from falling apart.
  • Don't overmix the ground beef mixture. Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
  • Shape the meatballs into 1-inch balls. Be sure to pack the meat mixture tightly so that the meatballs hold together.
  • Brown the meatballs in a large skillet over medium heat. This will help to seal in the juices and prevent the meatballs from drying out.
  • Transfer the meatballs to a slow cooker. Add your favorite sauce and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
  • Serve the meatballs over spaghetti, rice, or mashed potatoes. You can also enjoy them on their own as an appetizer.

Conclusion:

Smoky meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are hosting a party or just want a quick and easy meal, these meatballs are sure to be a hit. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that your family and friends will love.

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