Enchilada meatballs bring a unique twist to the classic combination of Italian and Mexican flavors. With a flavorful filling of seasoned ground beef, cheese, and enchilada sauce, these meatballs are then coated in a zesty enchilada sauce and baked to perfection. Whether served as an appetizer, main course, or part of a potluck spread, these delectable meatballs are sure to be a hit.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
POTLUCK ENCHILADA MEATBALLS
This is a twist on the ordinary potluck meatballs. It's easy, inexpensive and a hit at any occasion I serve them. -Terina, Lewis, Decatur, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 4h
Yield 6 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. Prepare and bake muffin mix according to package directions. Cool completely and crumble; transfer to a large bowl. Add 1 envelope taco seasoning, eggs, 1-1/2 cups enchilada sauce and meat; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape meat mixture into 1-1/2-in. balls; bake on greased racks in 15x10x1-in. baking pans lined with foil until lightly browned, 10-12 minutes., Place meatballs in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Combine remaining enchilada sauce, salsa, chiles, 1/2 cup cheese and remaining envelope taco seasoning; pour over meatballs. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cook, covered, on low until meatballs are cooked through, about 3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
POTLUCK MEATBALLS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the meatballs: Place the ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, parsley, eggs, red pepper flakes and some salt and pepper in a large bowl and mix together thoroughly. Form the mixture into uniform-size balls.
- Heat the oil and butter in a large pan. When hot, begin frying the meatballs in batches, setting them aside on a plate or baking sheet when brown. You may need to drain any excess fat from the pan during the frying process. Continue frying until all the meatballs are browned. Set aside.
- For the sauce: Add the beef consomme and three-quarters of the can of beef broth to the meatball pan, reserving the remaining broth in a small bowl. Add the mustard and tomato paste to the pan, then stir and bring to the boil.
- Add the cornstarch to the reserved beef broth and whisk so there are no lumps. As the sauce starts to boil, add the cornstarch mixture. When the sauce has thickened after a few minutes, return the meatballs to the pot and stir to make sure they are all coated in sauce. Continue to simmer until the meatballs are cooked through, about 45 minutes.
ENCHILADA MEATBALLS
These are a tasty change from the usual since they use cornbread crumbs instead of crackers or regular bread. They're always a hit at parties! A friend shared this recipe with me ages ago and I've tweaked it to come up with this.
Provided by Shelley
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Meatball Appetizer Recipes
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cornbread, half of the enchilada sauce, half of the cheese, and the salt. Crumble the beef into the mixture, and blend well using your hands. Shape meat into 1 inch balls, and place on a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan, or any cookie sheet with sides to catch the grease.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes in the preheated oven, until the meat is cooked through.
- While the meatballs are cooking, warm the tomato sauce and remaining enchilada sauce in a saucepan. Remove the meatballs from the pan using a slotted spoon, and place in a serving dish. Pour the heated sauce over them, and sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top. Provide toothpicks for serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 100.2 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 811.6 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ground beef for the best flavor. Look for ground beef that is at least 80% lean.
- Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing will make the meatballs tough.
- Use a variety of cheeses in the meatball filling. This will give the meatballs a more complex flavor.
- Brown the meatballs in a skillet before adding them to the slow cooker. This will help to seal in the juices and prevent the meatballs from drying out.
- Use a good quality enchilada sauce. This is the key to flavorful meatballs.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
Conclusion:
These potluck enchilada meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are sure to be a hit at your next potluck or party. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both flavorful and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give these potluck enchilada meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed!
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