Description
Tender, juicy meatballs coated in a sticky, sweet, and spicy honey garlic glaze — the perfect appetizer or main dish that’s bursting with bold, irresistible flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for browning)
- For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sriracha or chili sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (for thickening)
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions (for garnish)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and soy sauce. Mix just until combined.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned.
- While the meatballs bake, make the sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, soy sauce, garlic, sriracha, and vinegar. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1–2 minutes, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Add the baked meatballs to the sauce and toss until fully coated.
- Simmer for another 2–3 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Adjust sriracha for more or less heat depending on preference.
- These can be made ahead and reheated — the flavor deepens over time.
- Serve as an appetizer with toothpicks or over rice for a main course.
- Turkey or chicken can be used instead of beef for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking + Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion