Best 9 Taco Pork Meatballs Recipes

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Taco pork meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or even a party snack. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them spicy or mild, with cheese or without, there is a taco pork meatball recipe out there for everyone. In this article, we will provide you with a few of our favorite recipes for this tasty dish, so you can find the perfect one to suit your needs.

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TACO MEATBALLS



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Provided by Damaris Phillips

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 30 to 34 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds 90 percent lean ground beef
1 tablespoon chili powder or taco seasoning
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large egg
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup ground tortilla chips (about 3 cups whole chips)
1 cup grated Cheddar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line 2 rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
  • In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the beef, chili powder, cumin, salt, egg, tomato paste and tortilla chips and mix on low speed until thoroughly combined. Stir in the cheese with a rubber spatula. Using a 1-ounce portion scoop, form the meatballs. Scoop onto the prepared baking sheets and bake until golden brown and cooked through, 18 to 20 minutes.

TACO PORK MEATBALLS



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Mexican shredded cheese, taco seasoning mix and serrano chile give these easy oven-baked pork meatballs a big flavor boost. Serve with guacamole dipping sauce for an irresistible appetizer, or get creative and make them part of your weekly taco night!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground pork
1 egg
1/2 cup Progresso™ plain panko bread crumbs
1/3 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
2 tablespoons (from 1-oz package) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 tablespoon chopped seeded serrano chile
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 medium avocado, pitted, peeled and diced
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil. Spray with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix Meatball ingredients until well combined. Using rounded tablespoon measure, shape 20 (1 1/2-inch)meatballs; place in pan. Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until no longer pink in the center (at least 165°F).
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, add avocado and lime juice; mash with fork until nearly smooth. Add 2 tablespoons green onions, the cilantro and 1/4 teaspoon salt; stir until completely combined. Refrigerate until ready to serve with meatballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 820 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

CHEESY STUFFED TACO MEATBALLS



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The secret ingredient in these apps is a link of fresh chorizo-the spicy Mexican pork sausage (not to be confused with the cured Spanish kind). It does double duty here, adding a zesty taco kick and keeping the meatballs extra moist.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 10 servings (3 meatballs per person)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 pound ground beef
1 link fresh chorizo (3 to 4 ounces), casing removed
1 large egg
1/4 cup fine yellow cornmeal
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon granulated onion
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups corn tortilla chips
2 ounces Cheddar, cut into 30 cubes just under 1/2 inch thick
Shredded iceberg lettuce, guacamole, pico de gallo and sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
  • Mix together the ground beef, chorizo, egg, cornmeal, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, oregano, granulated onion, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper with your hands in a large bowl. Scoop the mixture into tablespoon-sized portions. For each, press 1 cube of cheese into the center, press the meat around it to seal, and roll into a smooth ball.
  • Put the chips in a plastic bag, seal and crush with a rolling pin. Drop 3 or 4 meatballs at a time into the bag, and roll them around to lightly coat with the crushed chips. Arrange the coated meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, and bake until the outsides are browned and the cheese is melted inside, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Serve the meatballs on a platter over a bed of shredded lettuce with guacamole, pico de gallo and sour cream on the side.

PORK MEATBALLS



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This recipe is one of my favorites. My mom used to make the moist, flavorful meatballs often, and they were part of our traditional dinner on Shrove Tuesday, served with homemade gnocchi. -Joan Newberry, Indiana, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg, lightly beaten
1 slice bread, crumbled
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 pound ground pork
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble meat over mixture and mix well. Shape into ten 2-in. balls. , In a saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Place meatballs in the broth. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Turn the meatballs; cook 15 minutes long or until a thermometer reads 160°. Remove with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Fat 33g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 235mg cholesterol, Sodium 1731mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 43g protein.

MEXICAN TACO MEATBALLS



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This recipe is wonderful as an appetizer, served with crusty bread, or as a main dish, served in sub rolls and sprinkled with cheese, or you can add a (15 oz.) can of beans and serve as a meatball chili. It is one of my favorite recipes because it is so easy to prepare and so versatile. I often keep this hot in a crockpot to take to pot lucks and a get together with family and friends.

Provided by Judy-Jude

Categories     Meat

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground beef
1 envelope taco bell taco seasoning mix (or taco seasoning mix of your choice)
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup plain fresh breadcrumb
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons peanut oil
salt and pepper
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa, mild or hot
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomato sauce
extra parmesan cheese, as a garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine ground beef, 1/2 of the taco seasoning package, 1/2 cup salsa, bread crumbs, cheese, egg and salt/pepper to taste.
  • Shape mixture into 1 1/2 inch balls and brown in large skillet in the peanut oil.
  • Drain meatballs on paper towels.
  • In a 2 quart sauce pan, add the tomato sauce, remaining salsa, taco seasoning and meatballs.
  • Simmer for 30 minutes.

GREEK PORK MEATBALLS



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Studded with feta cheese and seasoned with lemon pepper seasoning and oregano, these oven-baked meatballs are zesty and quick to make. For a perfect appetizer, serve with easy tzatziki dipping sauce, or try stuffing them into pita bread for an outstanding weeknight meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground pork
1 egg
1/2 cup Progresso™ plain panko bread crumbs
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
1 cup Mountain High™ whole milk plain yoghurt
1/3 cup grated fresh cucumber
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill weed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil. Spray with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix Meatball ingredients until well combined. Using rounded tablespoon measure, shape 20 (1 1/2-inch) meatballs; place in pan. Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until no longer pink in center (at least 165°F).
  • Meanwhile, add yoghurt to small bowl. Place cucumber in center of paper towel, and gently squeeze to remove water. Add cucumber, dill weed, lemon juice and salt to yoghurt; stir to combine. Refrigerate sauce until ready to serve with meatballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 470 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

EASIEST TACO MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Easiest Taco Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Vina7737

Categories     Meat

Time 4h5m

Yield 6-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bag frozen precooked meatballs (or use an equal amount of homemade meatballs, cooked)
1 package taco seasoning mix
1 (16 ounce) can pork and beans (cheapest kind!)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 green pepper, seeded and chopped
1 can tomato soup (not tomato sauce!)
chopped hot pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Puree seasoning mix, pork& beans, onion, green pepper, and soup in blender or food processor. Add a few ounces of water if the sauce is too thick to pour, but you don't want it runny. Cooking in the crockpot will also add moisture.
  • Put meatballs (frozen is okay) in the crockpot and pour the pureed sauce over the top.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
  • Optional: Add chopped hot peppers and/or hot sauce to taste. I usually add the peppers while cooking and/or hot sauce after.
  • These can be served in multiple ways: as appetizers with toothpicks and queso dip, if desired; wrapped in tortillas with sour cream, shredded cheese, tomatoes, etc.; on top of shredded lettuce with salsa, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, crushed tortilla chips, etc. (a kind of taco salad); as a type of southwestern hero sandwich in crusty rolls with cheese, tomato, and lettuce; the main course for supper with corn bread and salad to accompany; and/or any other way you can imagine.
  • These are delicious--much better than you would think just reading the ingredient list! Everyone who eats these meatballs (in any form) love them and almost always ask for the recipe.
  • The standard question is:"Should I really use the cheapest pork and beans? "The answer is YES! For some reason they give the best texture to the sauce.
  • If you want more of a baked bean flavor, feel free to add a touch of molasses and/or brown sugar, but I like it best without.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.3, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 5.9, Sodium 720, Carbohydrate 28.6, Fiber 6, Sugar 6.7, Protein 5.8

TACO MEATBALLS



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This is my taco in a ball recipe. Create no-mess tacos or dip in fresh guacamole, ranch dressing, sour cream, salsa, or nacho cheese sauce; you can really get creative and have a taco party with this simple, sure-fire crowd favorite.

Provided by sillymewinkle

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 serving nonstick cooking spray
1 pound ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup crushed plain tortilla chips
¼ cup salsa
1 egg
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix ground beef, onion, Cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, salsa, egg, and taco seasoning together in a bowl.
  • Form 1-inch balls from the mixture and place into the prepared dish so they aren't touching.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and no longer pink in the centers, about 30 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 120.9 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 886.7 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

TACO MEATBALLS



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"If your family likes meatballs, try these for something a little different," suggests Jackie Hannahs from Fountain, Michigan. The moist meatballs get plenty of zippy flavor from taco seasoning mix. "Plus, they're baked, so there is very little mess."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup biscuit/baking mix
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup water
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
Salsa and taco sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until no longer pink; drain. Serve with salsa and taco sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 407mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Tips:

  • Use lean ground pork: This will help keep the meatballs moist and flavorful without being greasy.
  • Add plenty of herbs and spices: This will give the meatballs a delicious and complex flavor. Some good options include chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing can make the meatballs tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a combination of cooking methods: Browning the meatballs in a skillet before baking them in the oven will give them a nice crispy exterior and a tender interior.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite taco toppings: This could include shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.

Conclusion:

These taco pork meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They're perfect for a party or a casual get-together. With their flavorful blend of spices and their crispy-tender texture, these meatballs are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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