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Honey Sriracha Meatballs

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These honey sriracha meatballs combine the spicy heat of sriracha with the sweet stickiness of honey for a quick, flavorful snack or appetizer made with just five simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken)
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 3 tbsp sriracha sauce
  • Optional garnishes: chopped green onions or sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 lb ground meat, ½ cup breadcrumbs, and 1 large egg. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1 to 1.5 inch diameter meatballs, about 20-24 meatballs.
  4. Place the meatballs evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 160°F for beef, 165°F for poultry). Optionally broil 1-2 minutes for a crispier exterior.
  6. While baking, whisk together ¼ cup honey and 3 tbsp sriracha in a small bowl.
  7. Transfer baked meatballs to a large bowl and toss gently with the honey sriracha glaze to coat evenly.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Keep hands slightly damp when shaping meatballs to prevent sticking. Let meat mixture rest in fridge for 15 minutes before shaping for better texture. Avoid flipping meatballs while baking to prevent falling apart. If glaze is too thick, add a teaspoon of warm water to loosen. Leftover glaze can be drizzled over veggies or grilled chicken. For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free panko. Adjust sriracha amount to control heat level.

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