Description
Juneteenth Spicy Beef Meatballs are a vibrant dish that celebrates flavor and heritage. These juicy meatballs, infused with aromatic spices like paprika and cayenne pepper, deliver a delightful kick that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy family dinners, serve them with your favorite sides or enjoy them as savory appetizers. Elevate any occasion with this flavorful recipe that embodies the spirit of celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking tray.
- Bake for about 25 minutes, flipping halfway through for even browning.
- While baking, combine tomato sauce and honey in a saucepan over medium heat; simmer for about five minutes.
- Once cooked through, pour the sauce over the meatballs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (about 160g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in finely chopped onions or garlic. Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stovetop.