ZESTY MEATBALLS

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Molasses adds a touch of sweetness to the tangy sauce that covers these moist meatballs. Serve them over egg noodles for a flavorful, family-pleasing meal. -Debbie Segate of Grander Prairie, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/3 cup finely chopped onion
2 egg whites, lightly beaten
1/4 cup fat-free milk
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
3/4 pound lean ground turkey
BARBECUE SAUCE:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup molasses
1/4 cup orange juice concentrate
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
6 cups hot cooked yolk-free noodles

Steps:

  • Place onion in a small microwave-safe bowl; cover and microwave on high for 1-1/2 minutes or until tender. In a large bowl, combine the egg whites, milk, mustard, salt, cracker crumbs and onion. Crumble beef and turkey over mixture and mix well., Shape into 1-1/4-in. balls. Place meatballs on a rack coated with cooking spray in a shallow baking pan. Bake at 375° for 15 -18 minutes or until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine brown sugar and cornstarch. Stir in vinegar until smooth. Add the ketchup, molasses, orange juice concentrate, mustard, soy sauce and hot pepper sauce. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add meatballs; heat through. Serve with noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 1050mg sodium, Carbohydrate 105g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GW Pauley
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These meatballs were a bit too salty for my taste, but my husband loved them.


Milad Stanikzay
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I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but these were really good. The sauce was delicious and the meatballs were cooked just right.


Khan Ibad
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I followed the recipe exactly and the meatballs turned out perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Sohaiela Elsaied
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These meatballs are amazing! I love the zesty flavor of the sauce.


Ishaqkhan Drishak
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The sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but the meatballs were cooked perfectly.


Crazzy
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I've made these meatballs several times and they're always a hit. They're perfect for a weeknight meal or a party.


Marie Williams
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These were so easy to make and turned out great! I used ground turkey instead of beef and they were still delicious.


Irfan Janii
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The meatballs were a bit dry, but the sauce was delicious. I would recommend adding more moisture to the meatballs next time.


Mia Ortiz
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I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Tehmena Hussain
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These Zesty Meatballs were a hit with my family! The sauce was tangy and flavorful, and the meatballs were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


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