Best 2 Spicy Apple Glazed Meatballs Recipes

Are you looking for a thrilling culinary journey that tantalizes your taste buds with fiery flavors and a sweet touch? Look no further than our guide to cooking the ultimate spicy apple glazed meatballs. This recipe seamlessly blends the heat of chili peppers with the natural sweetness of apples, resulting in a symphony of flavors. With a tender, juicy center and a glaze that's both spicy and tangy, these meatballs are sure to leave a lasting impression. So, gather your ingredients and prepare to embark on a flavor-filled adventure as we guide you through the steps of creating this delectable dish.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY APPLE-GLAZED MEATBALLS

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Our sweet apple glaze makes all the difference in this savory homemade recipe. Tight on time? Use frozen meatballs instead. Cook time includes 10 minute standing time. Budget dinner price: $0.90 per serving.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories Meatballs

Time 42m

Yield 48 meatballs, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 egg
1/4 cup milk
2 slices white bread or 2 slices whole wheat bread, torn
1 lb 85% lean ground beef
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup apple juice or 1 cup pear nectar
1/4 reduced sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 green onions, chopped

Steps:

For Spicy Meatballs, in a large bowl whisk together egg and milk. Add bread. Let stand 10 minutes, just until bread is softened. Add beef, garlic, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly with hands or wooden spoon. Shape beef mixture in 48 one-inch meatballs.
In a 12-inch skillet heat oil over medium heat. Cook meatballs, half at a time, about 6 minutes per batch, turning occasionally until brown and crusty on outside and no longer pink inside. Transfer meatballs to a covered dish; cover to keep warm. Drain fat from skillet; wipe out skillet.
For Apple Glaze, in a small bowl combine apple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, ginger, and cayenne pepper. In same skillet at meatballs were cooked, cook and stir mixture until thickened and bubbly (at full boil). Cook and stir 2 minutes more. Return meatballs to skillet to heat through and coat with sauce. Transfer glazed meatballs to a serving dish. Top with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.9, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 41.9, Sodium 106.3, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 5.7, Protein 8.3

SPICY APPLE GLAZED MEATBALLS

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This one's from Better Homes and Gardens. Delicious spicy and a little sweet Chinese influence and flavor. Took these to a Memorial Day's party and had no leftovers.

Provided by pamela t.

Categories Meatballs

Time 30m

Yield 28 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 egg
1/4 cup milk
2 slices white bread
1 lb ground chuck
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup apple juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 green onions, sliced

Steps:

In large bowl, whisk together egg and milk. Tear bread slices into bite sized pieces and add to bowl. Stir to coat and let sit 10 minutes. Add ground chuck, garlic, pepper, salt, and cayenne. Make meatballs (I came out with 28).
Place on a cookie sheet sprayed with cooking spray. Cook at 325 F for about 10 minutes. Turn once. Cook an additional 10 minutes. Drain.
Combine every other ingredient except green onions. Add to a pan and cook until thickened stirring constantly. Pour over meatballs. Add chopped green onions.
The original recipe called for frying the meatballs, but I like baking them instead and draining off the grease. Use whichever method you prefer.

Tips:

- For the best flavor, use a combination of sweet and tart apples, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady. - Be sure to peel and core the apples before grating them, otherwise the skins will be tough and the cores will be bitter. - If you don't have a food processor, you can grate the apples by hand with a box grater. - Be careful not to overmix the apple mixture, or the meatballs will be tough. - Bake the meatballs in a preheated oven to ensure that they cook evenly throughout. - The meatballs are done when they are cooked through and no longer pink in the center. - Serve the meatballs immediately with the spicy apple glaze.

Conclusion:

These spicy apple glazed meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick weeknight meal. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe, give these meatballs a try!