Best 10 Tangy Meatloaf Sauce Recipes

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Have you ever wondered how you could make your meatloaf more savory and bursting with flavor? Look no further! This article will provide you with the ultimate guide to creating the most tangy and delicious meatloaf sauce. We will explore various recipes and techniques that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. From classic ketchup-based sauces to more adventurous options using spices, herbs, and exotic ingredients, this article will equip you with the knowledge and inspiration to craft the perfect meatloaf sauce. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will elevate your meatloaf to new heights of flavor and satisfaction.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

TANGY MEAT SAUCE



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This is the best meat sauce I've ever tried. It's economical, timely and absolutely delicious. I often prepare batches for new moms because it can be kept in the freezer for future meals. Try it with ground chicken instead of beef, if you prefer. -Adalia Schweitzer, Hamilton, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Hot cooked spaghetti

Steps:

  • Crumble beef into a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Add the onion, green pepper and garlic. Cover and microwave on high for 5-6 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, stirring frequently; drain. , Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar, vinegar, salt, basil and oregano. Cover and microwave at 70% power for 6-8 minutes or until heated through, stirring once. Serve with spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 1138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

ULTIMATE MEATLOAF WITH TANGY SAUCE



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This truly is the Ultimate meatloaf with a lip-smacking, tangy tomato sauce. This is perfect for a weeknight dinner or leftover meatloaf sandwiches! We're talking pure comfort food at it's finest!

Provided by TKWAdmin

Number Of Ingredients 19

3lb ground beef, 80/20
3 Xl eggs, beaten
4 slices bread, torn in pieces
1/3 cup milk
2 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup tangy sauce
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1 1/2 cups ketchup
2 tablespoon tomato paste
1/4 cup brown sugar
3 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoon molasses (not black strap)
1/2 cup beef stock

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • In a bowl add all of the ingredients for the Tangy Sauce and whisk; set aside.
  • In a medium bowl add the bread, panko and milk. Press the bread into the milk and set aside. Allow to soak for 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl add the rest of the meatloaf ingredients and the bread/panko/milk mixture. Gently mix until combined. Do not overimx as the meatloaf will be tough. Transfer the mixture to the baking sheet and using your hands, form a loaf that is about 12 inches long, 6 inches wide, and about 2 1/2-3 inches tall. The loaf should be smooth and have rounded edges. This will help the loaf stay together when serving.
  • Bake for 35 minutes. Remove from the oven and spread Tangy Sauce all over the top and sides of the meatloaf. You'll use about 1 -1 1/2 cups of sauce. Save the leftover sauce for meatloaf sandwiches. Put the meatloaf back into the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer inserted reads 165F.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 622 calories, Sugar 22.8 g, Sodium 973.4 mg, Fat 36.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.8 g, TransFat 2 g, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 34.7 g, Cholesterol 199.1 mg

TANTALIZINGLY TANGY MEATLOAF



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Meatloaf with a sauce that will keep them coming back for more. The sauce contains pineapple preserves, brown sugar and ketchup. It glazes up real nice over the meatloaf. I've NEVER had leftovers even when I've tripled the recipe!

Provided by Stacy B.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
½ cup dry bread crumbs
1 egg
garlic powder to taste
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
⅓ cup ketchup
¼ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup pineapple preserves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well, and place into a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 50 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a separate medium bowl, stir together the ketchup, brown sugar and pineapple preserves. Pour over the meatloaf about 20 minutes before removing from oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.1 g, Cholesterol 71.5 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 210.4 mg, Sugar 15.8 g

TANGY MEATLOAF BURGERS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 small onion (1/2 sliced into rings, 1/2 diced)
1 pound meatloaf mix (ground pork, beef and veal) or ground turkey
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
1 large egg
1 teaspoon sweet or smoked paprika
1/3 cup ketchup
1/3 cup duck sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
4 potato buns or other rolls, split
Lettuce, sliced tomato and pickle slices, for topping
Sweet potato chips, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to medium high. Soak the onion rings in a bowl of cold water. Meanwhile, combine the meatloaf mix with the diced onion, parsley, breadcrumbs, egg, paprika, 1 tablespoon each ketchup and duck sauce, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Gently form into four 1-inch-thick patties; make an indentation in the center of each.
  • Brush the patties with the olive oil and grill until marked on the bottom, about 6 minutes. Meanwhile, mix the remaining ketchup and duck sauce in a small bowl for brushing; set aside a few tablespoons. Turn the patties, brush with the ketchup mixture and continue grilling until cooked through, about 5 more minutes. Toast the buns, if desired.
  • Spread the buns with the reserved ketchup mixture. Drain the onion rings. Serve the patties on the buns; top with the onion, lettuce, tomato and pickles. Serve with sweet potato chips, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444, Fat 19 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 123 milligrams, Sodium 1,079 milligrams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 26 grams

TANGY MEATLOAF



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I like this meatloaf and on occaision I like it stuffed with homemade bread stuffing. You can do this, by dividing the loaf in half lengthwise, add your favorite stuffing to bottom half, seal with top half.

Provided by keen5

Categories     Meat

Time 1h35m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 egg
2 tablespoons chopped green peppers
3/4 cup crushed Wheat Chex

Steps:

  • Combine ketchup, brown sugar, dry mustard.
  • Remove and reserve 4 tablespoons for topping.
  • To remaining ketchup mixture, add worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion, salt, pepper and egg.
  • Blend well; then add green pepper and wheat chex.
  • Add ground beef and mix well.
  • Shape into loaf in shallow pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes.
  • Pour reserved 4 Tbsp.
  • of topping over meatloaf and bake 15 minutes longer.

TANGY MEATLOAF SAUCE



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Use this meatloaf sauce to beef-up a basic meatloaf or add it to a stuffed version. I've used this on all! Just brush over your meatloaf before baking.

Provided by Jeannine Maxwell

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup ketchup
¼ cup chili sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Stir ketchup, chili sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce together in a bowl with a whisk until the sugar dissolves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 39.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 289.1 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

SWEET AND SAVORY MEATLOAF WITH SWEET AND TANGY GLAZE



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Mix chopped spinach, mushroom and prunes with ground meat and bake up a loaf coated with an apricot-ginger glaze.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 pounds ground meatloaf mix (equal parts ground beef, pork and veal or turkey)
1 cup dried breadcrumbs
1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 cup chopped cremini mushrooms
1/2 cup pitted prunes, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 clove garlic, minced
1 medium onion, grated
1/2 cup ketchup
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons apricot preserves
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon rice vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine the meatloaf mix, breadcrumbs, spinach, mushrooms, prunes, dill, parsley, Worcestershire, eggs, garlic, onion, 1/4 cup of the ketchup, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large mixing bowl. Using your hands, mix together until well combined.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and form it into a compact oval-shaped loaf, about 9 inches by 5 inches. Bake the meatloaf for 30 minutes.
  • Stir together the apricot preserves, soy sauce, ginger, vinegar and remaining 1/4 cup ketchup in a small bowl for the glaze. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and brush the top and sides all over with the glaze. Return to the oven and bake until the glaze starts to caramelize and a thermometer inserted in the center of the meatloaf registers 160 degrees F, about 25 minutes more. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

SUSAN'S SWEET AND TANGY MEATLOAF



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I snagged the basic recipe for this from AllRecipes.com but have changed it a great deal to suit my family's tastes. My husband is not a fan of meatloaf but BEGS for this one, as do my 2 and 4 year old. It's super easy and can be made early in the day and then just spread the sauce on top and bake. It's sweet, tangy and a bit spicy! I bet everyone will ask for seconds!

Provided by RedVinoGirl

Categories     Meat

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean ground beef
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
1 egg
4 garlic cloves, minced (I add more!)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (I just eyeball a few good sized dashes)
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (can omit if you don't want a kick, we love it!)
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1/3 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup apricot preserves (original recipes called for pineapple preserves but we prefer apricot)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, garlic, worcestershire, crushed red pepper, salt and pepper. Mix well and place into a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile. in a separate medium bowl, stir together the ketchup, brown sugar and apricot preserves and pour over the meatloaf.
  • Bake another 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.4, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 63.3, Sodium 234.7, Carbohydrate 21.5, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 13.3, Protein 13.4

TANGY GLAZED MEAT LOAF



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The tangy glaze bakes to a rich, dark brown that makes this meat loaf look every bit as good as it tastes!-Marcia Baures, Waukesha, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup whole milk
3/4 cup quick-cooking or rolled oats
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon dried savory
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2-1/2 pounds lean ground beef
GLAZE:
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon bottled browning sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. In a large bowl, combine the onion, eggs, milk, oats, parsley and seasonings. Add beef and mix well. Press into an 8x4-in. loaf pan lined with waxed paper. Refrigerate for 2 hours. , Unmold loaf into a shallow baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, combine glaze ingredients. Remove loaf from oven; drain. Brush with some of the glaze. Return to oven; bake 1 hour longer or until no pink remains, occasionally brushing with glaze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 584mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

SWEET AND TANGY MEATLOAF RECIPE



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Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
1 cup plain bread crumbs
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup apricot preserves
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup apricot preserves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, brown sugar and apricot preserves.
  • Place in a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • Cook for 40-50 minutes.
  • In a separate bowl combine ketchup, brown sugar and apricot preserves. Remove meatloaf from oven after it has cooked, spread on glaze and cook for an additional 20 minutes.

Tips:

  • To achieve a crispy crust on your meatloaf, ensure that the oven temperature is high enough before placing it in the oven. A temperature of 400°F (200°C) is typically recommended.
  • To prevent the meatloaf from becoming dry, add moisture to the mixture. This can be done by incorporating ingredients like eggs, milk, or bread crumbs. You can also wrap the meatloaf in bacon or use a glaze during the baking process.
  • For a flavorful meatloaf, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork. You can also add your favorite seasonings and herbs to the mixture. Experiment with different flavor combinations to find what you enjoy the most.
  • To ensure that the meatloaf is cooked thoroughly, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The safe internal temperature for meatloaf is 160°F (71°C).
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the loaf, resulting in a more moist and flavorful meatloaf.

Conclusion:

These tangy meatloaf sauce recipes offer a variety of flavors and techniques to enhance your meatloaf dish. With these recipes, you can create a moist, flavorful, and delicious meatloaf that will be a hit at any meal. Experiment with different recipes and find the one that best suits your taste preferences. Remember to consider factors such as the type of meat, the desired level of tanginess, and the cooking method when choosing a recipe. With a bit of experimentation, you can create a mouthwatering meatloaf that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.

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