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BBQ Jerk Meatballs

Savory BBQ Jerk Meatballs That Will Spice Up Your Dinner

BBQ Jerk Meatballs are a delightful blend of spicy jerk seasoning and sweet BBQ sauce, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Caribbean
Servings 4 meatballs
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs

  • 1 pound Ground beef provides a juicy, flavorful base for your meatballs
  • ½ cup Breadcrumbs help bind the mixture
  • 1 large Egg acts as a binder and adds richness
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro adds freshness
  • 2 tablespoons Jerk seasoning delivers a spicy kick
  • 1 teaspoon Salt enhances flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Ground black pepper adds warmth and depth
  • 2 cloves Garlic infuses aroma and flavor

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup BBQ sauce coats the meatballs in sweetness

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) while lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, fresh cilantro, jerk seasoning, salt, black pepper, and minced garlic.
  • Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake the meatballs for 15-20 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
  • Remove the meatballs from the oven and transfer them to a bowl. Pour BBQ sauce over them and toss until coated.
  • Serve warm on a platter, with additional chopped cilantro if desired.

Notes

Make a double batch to freeze for quick meals later. Keep meatballs tender by not overmixing the ingredients.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg
Keyword appetizer, BBQ Jerk Meatballs, comfort food, freezer-friendly, jazzed up dinner, meatballs
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