Meatball Appetizers

Meatball Appetizers
  • PREP TIME
    0 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    0 mins
  • SERVING
    36 People
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These delectable Meatball Appetizers are perfect for any festive occasion, from a Christmas buffet to an elegant open house. Prepare them in advance, freeze, and reheat for a stress-free and flavorful addition to your gathering. These savory bites are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    1 g
  • Cholesterol
    5 mg
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    58 mg
  • Sugar
    0 g
  • Fat
    2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins In a mixing bowl, combine the milk, dried bread crumbs, and minced onion. Add the lean ground beef. Gently mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 15 mins Shape the mixture into approximately 3 dozen small, bite-sized meatballs. Arrange them in a shallow baking pan, ensuring they are not overcrowded. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the water, soy sauce, vegetable oil, sugar, crushed garlic, and ground ginger until well combined. Pour this flavorful sauce evenly over the meatballs in the baking pan. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 hrs Allow the meatballs to marinate in the sauce for at least 1 hour at room temperature, stirring gently once or twice to ensure even coating. This step allows the flavors to meld and penetrate the meatballs. (60 minutes)

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Recipe View 25 mins Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and nicely browned. The internal temperature should reach 160 degrees F (71 degrees C). (25 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve the Meatball Appetizers hot, ideally in a chafing dish to keep them warm throughout your event. Garnish with fresh parsley or sesame seeds for an extra touch of elegance.

For a richer flavor, try using a combination of ground beef and ground pork.
If you prefer a sweeter glaze, you can add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the sauce.
These meatballs are also delicious served over rice or pasta as a main course.
To make ahead, prepare the meatballs and sauce, but do not bake. Store them separately in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When ready to serve, bake as directed.
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.8/ 5 ( 33 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Angelina Spinka

    I made these ahead of time and they were so easy to reheat. Perfect for a busy holiday.

  • Oswald Bruen

    I doubled the recipe and it was still gone in minutes. Definitely a crowd-pleaser!

  • Kennith Yundt

    These are now my go-to appetizer for any gathering. Thanks for the great recipe!

  • Houston Carter

    The sauce is amazing! I used coconut aminos instead of soy sauce and it was still delicious.

  • Peggie Ratke

    These were a hit at my party! Everyone loved the sweet and savory flavor.

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