If you are looking for an easy but impressive dish for your next dinner party, these pork meatballs with apricot glaze will surely be a crowd-pleaser. This recipe combines the savory flavors of pork with the sweet and tangy glaze made from apricots, creating a delicious and unique flavor profile. The meatballs are tender and juicy, while the glaze adds a delightful balance of sweetness and acidity. Served over a bed of rice or mashed potatoes, these meatballs are sure to become a new favorite in your household.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
VIETNAMESE PORK MEATBALLS WITH CHILI-APRICOT GLAZE
Provided by BECKSW
Time 29m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Soak wooden skewers in water while you prepare the meatballs. Mince garlic and combine in a medium bowl with shallots, sugar and fish sauce. With a coffee grinder, grind rice to a fine powder and add to bowl along with Serrano chili, salt and pork. Mix all ingredients until well combined. If desired, check for seasoning by heating a small amount of oil in a frying pan, adding a teaspoon of the meat and cooking through. Make any necessary adjustments. Using 1 to 1 1/2 Tablespoons of meat, form into balls. Skewer meatballs onto wooden skewers. Place finished skewers on a grill preheated to medium high. In a small saucepan, melt apricot preserves with lime juice and chili sauce over low heat. Meatballs should take about 5-6 minutes to cook through. During last few minutes of cooking, brush with the melted apricot preserves turning skewers to be sure and coat both sides. Serve with rice and grilled vegetables.
ASIAN-INSPIRED PORK AND RICE MEATBALLS WITH APRICOT GLAZE
A little bit sweet, a little bit spicy, these meatballs and glaze make a great appetizer that is good warm or at room temperature.
Provided by Bibi
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a 12x18-inch baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Combine pork, cooked rice, onion, apricots, vinegar, sesame oil, coriander, salt, pepper, and pepper flakes in a medium mixing bowl; mix until well blended. Form into 24 meatballs, each about 1 1/2 inch in diameter. Place meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 30 to 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).
- Remove meatballs from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt apricot preserves in a small saucepan over medium heat, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in hoisin sauce, ginger, chili-garlic sauce, and lime juice.
- Place meatballs in a serving dish and pour glaze over top. Garnish with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 386.4 mg, Sugar 21.5 g
PORK MEATBALLS WITH APRICOT GLAZE
These meatballs serve four as a main course or six as an appetizer. They can be kept warm in a slow cooker. They're a bit sweet with a subtle heat.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Meatballs
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix ground pork, apricots, onion, ginger, garlic, and salt together in a large bowl until well combined. Use a tablespoon-sized cookie scoop to form into meatballs. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until meatballs are cooked through, about 15 to 17 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).
- Meanwhile, whisk apricot preserves, soy sauce, Dijon, brown sugar, sesame oil, Sriracha, and Worcestershire sauce together in a saucepan over medium-low heat until well combined. Cook until heated through, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir cornstarch into water until dissolved, then add it to the saucepan. Cook, whisking constantly, until glaze thickens, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add meatballs to the glaze. Toss to combine and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 581.4 calories, Carbohydrate 65 g, Cholesterol 81.7 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 1198.5 mg
MEATBALLS WITH APRICOTS
This recipe will make you famous! I've made it for guests several times, and everybody loves it so far! Easy and different...
Provided by what are we eating
Categories Fruit
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix the ground beef with the chopped onion, parsley, egg, soy sauce, pepper & salt and the breadcrumbs until you get a firm mixture. Roll medium sized meatballs with your hands from this mixture.
- Put them in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. Or do this part before going to work.
- Separate the apricots from its juice, but save both.
- Cook the meatballs in the margarine on medium high heat until well done and brown on each side.
- Transfer the meatballs on to a platter, and add the apricot juice into the pan.
- Add the honey and the thyme; let this cook for a minute.
- Thicken the sauce a little with cornstarch.
- Add the meatballs and the apricots and let them heat up.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.3, Fat 27.2, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 168.5, Sodium 132.6, Carbohydrate 25.1, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 20, Protein 35
APRICOT HAM BALLS
My family requests these ham balls for our annual Christmas Eve open house.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Whisk eggs with 3/4 cup nectar. Stir in bread crumbs and onion. Add ham and sausage; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 2-in. balls. Place in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish., In another bowl, mix remaining ingredients and remaining nectar. Pour over ham balls. Bake, uncovered, until meat is no longer pink, 45-50 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 525mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.
APRICOT-GLAZED PORK TENDERLOIN
A simple apricot glaze made with preserves lends a delightful zest to this tender pork. It's so fuss-free and delicious, you'll make it again and again. -Crystal Holsinger, Surprise, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place pork on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Combine the oil, salt and pepper; rub over pork., Bake at 425° for 10 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; spoon over pork. Bake 10-17 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 145°, basting occasionally with pan juices. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 338mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
APRICOT MEATBALLS
This is one of my husband's favorites. It makes an easy meal for Sunday dinner. The tangy barbecue sauce gets a hint of sweetness from apricot preserves. - Lorenda Spain, Dumas, Texas.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. In a skillet, brown meatballs in several batches; drain. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Combine preserves and barbecue sauce; pour over meatballs. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink.
Nutrition Facts :
SIMPLE APRICOT-GLAZED MEATLOAF
I know everyone says their mum's meatloaf is the best and I am one of those who agree--my mum's recipe is the best! This has been one of my favorites since my childhood. While I love it served fresh and hot, a good next-day meatloaf sandwich is also a comfort food. I serve it with a nice arugula salad with cherry tomatoes, raisins, chopped walnuts, and vinaigrette dressing, or for a southern flare--garlic-smashed potatoes and freshly steamed snap green beans. Just yummy deliciousness and mum is always right!
Provided by Sahara B
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, onion, egg, garlic, apricot preserves, salt, and pepper for the loaf in a large mixing bowl; mix well until thoroughly combined. Transfer to a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, mix ketchup, apricot preserves, brown sugar, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar for the glaze together in a medium bowl.
- Remove meatloaf from the oven and pour glaze over top. Continue cooking until no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes longer. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.2 calories, Carbohydrate 54.9 g, Cholesterol 100.6 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 1781.9 mg, Sugar 33.8 g
SWEETIE MEATBALLS IN APRICOT SAUCE
Submitted for RSC #9. I tinkered around with this through multiple incarnations. I finally landed on this slightly different taste for the meatballs. I really liked the taste. I think if I had to do it all over, I might have just left out the apricot sauce, the meatballs are yummy by themselves.
Provided by tara portee
Categories Pork
Time 1h5m
Yield 56 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place the apricots in a dish; pour the 2 cups hot water over them to completely cover.
- Allow them to soak for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- To make meatballs, preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- In a bowl mix together all the meatball ingredients.
- Shape the mixture into 1 inch balls and put on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until meatballs are browned.
- Put the cooked meatballs into a baking dish and hold to the side.
- While the meatballs are cooking place the apricots along with the water they have been soaking in, into a sauce pan.
- Add the two cinnamon sticks and bring to a boil.
- Lower the heat, cover and simmer until the apricots are soft, about 15 minutes.
- Remove the cinnamon sticks.
- Put the mixture (including the water the apricots are cooking in) into a blender or food processor, add the sugar and ginger and blend until smooth. (make sure you remove the center cap of the mixer since the sauce will be hot).
- Pour the apricot sauce over the meatballs and bake uncovered for 20 minutes in a 350 degree oven.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.1, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 19.1, Sodium 125.8, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 3.2, Protein 3.3
Tips:
- To ensure even cooking, use a meat thermometer to check that the meatballs have reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before removing them from the oven.
- For a crispier texture, broil the meatballs for a few minutes before glazing them.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of fruit preserves or jellies in the glaze. Apricot, orange, and cranberry are all delicious options.
- Serve the meatballs as an appetizer, main course, or party snack. They're also great for meal prep, as they can be made ahead of time and reheated.
Conclusion:
Pork meatballs with apricot glaze are an easy and delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of savory meatballs and sweet and tangy glaze is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!
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