Best 3 Creole Meatballs Recipes

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Creole meatballs are a flavorful and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or even in a soup or stew. They are typically made with ground beef, pork, or a combination of both, and are seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices, including Creole seasoning, garlic, onion, and cayenne pepper. Creole meatballs can be cooked in a variety of ways, including frying, baking, or simmering in a sauce. They are often served with a side of rice or pasta, and can be topped with a variety of sauces, such as Creole sauce, tomato sauce, or even a simple gravy.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CAJUN APPETIZER MEATBALLS



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This is a great appetizer meatball recipe with a little kick to it. It can be made ahead and frozen in resealable plastic bags, then added to sauce and heated.

Provided by DOREENB

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Spicy

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef
1 ½ teaspoons hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon dried parsley
¼ cup finely chopped onion
¼ cup fresh bread crumbs
¼ cup milk
1 egg
½ cup barbeque sauce
½ cup peach preserves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking sheet.
  • In a large bowl, mix thoroughly the ground beef, hot pepper sauce, Cajun seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, onion, bread crumbs, milk, and egg.
  • Form the mixture into golf ball sized meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until there is no pink left in the middle.
  • In a small bowl, combine the barbeque sauce and peach preserves.
  • When meatballs are done, place in a serving dish and cover with the barbeque sauce mixture. Toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 504.4 calories, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 132.8 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 1271.6 mg, Sugar 35.5 g

CREOLE MEATBALLS



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My husband wanted a spicy meatball and teases me for my zaar addiction and so he searches through my shelves of cookbooks. This dish is from 365 ways to cook hamburger by Doyne Nickerson and is absolutely delish, so I just add to share.

Provided by karen in tbay

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 lbs hamburger
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup tomato juice
1 cup dry breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 tablespoons salt (try 1 tbsp first)
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/3 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon msg
flour
1/3 cup cooking oil
1 cup sliced onion
3/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
3 cups sliced mushrooms
5 cups canned tomatoes
1 crushed bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup sweet wine

Steps:

  • Mix first 10 ingredients and form into 1 inch meatballs.
  • Roll in flour and set aside.
  • In cooking fat, saute onions, green pepper, celery and mushrooms.
  • Remove to large kettle.
  • Brown meatballs in same pan, then add to kettle with remaining 5 ingredients.
  • Cover and simmer 30 minutes.
  • Thicken with 2 tbsp flour in 1/4 cup water.
  • *(I have suggested using less salt in the meatballs since I found the dish to be on the salty side).

MEATBALLS CREOLE MEATBALLS PARADISE



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Make and share this Meatballs Creole Meatballs Paradise recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Timothy H.

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h30m

Yield 30 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup red wine
2 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup jelly
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1/4 cup creole mustard
1 cup onion, chopped fine
2 hot pepper, chopped fine
1/2 cup scallion top, chopped fine
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup parsley
1 bay leaf, crushed
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon salt, divided
1 lb ground pork
1 lb ground beef
3 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons milk
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed

Steps:

  • Ina large saucepan melt the butter,add the flour for 2 minutes to start the roux. slowly add the red wine and chicken stock stirring constantly.When mixture is smooth add the jelly, hot sauce and creole mustard.Put in slow cooker set on high.
  • In a large sauce pan saute onions,peppers, and scallion tops for 6 minutes or until onions are translucent. Add garlic,parsley,thyme,bay leaf,cayenne pepper and salt cook for 2 more minutes.Turn off the heat and let cool for 10 minutes.In a large bowl combine the ground beef and pork then add the cooled vegetables,beaten eggs and milk.combine everything and mix well.Add the bread crumbs and crushed red pepper flakes blend into meat mixture.Make into balls, size is your choice, add a little oil to a large sauce pan or skillet. Do not let meatballs touch other, brown on all sides. Remove and set on a paper towel to drain.Add the meatballs to the sauce in the crock pot for 2 hours on high or if your crock pot is too hot cook on low.Serve from cooker.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.4, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 43.5, Sodium 357.4, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 3.9, Protein 7.3

Tips:

  • Use a variety of meats. Combining different types of meat, such as ground beef, pork, and lamb, creates a more flavorful meatball.
  • Soak the bread crumbs in milk. This helps to bind the meatballs together and makes them more tender.
  • Add moisture to the mixture. This can be done with eggs, tomato sauce, or even grated vegetables.
  • Season the meatballs well. Use a combination of herbs, spices, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Brown the meatballs before cooking them through. This gives them a delicious crust and helps to seal in the juices.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce. Creole sauce, tomato sauce, or even a simple brown sauce are all great options.

Conclusion:

Creole meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They're perfect for a party appetizer, a main course, or even a sandwich. With a little creativity, you can create your own unique Creole meatball recipe that your family and friends will love.

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