Honey Sriracha Glazed Meatballs: A Sweet and Spicy Appetizer Delight

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Honey Sriracha Glazed Meatballs are a tasty treat that mix sweet and spicy flavors. These meatballs are coated in a delicious sauce made with sriracha, honey, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. You can make them with ground pork, turkey, chicken, or beef.

These meatballs are great for parties, game days, or as a main dish. You can cook them on the stove or in a slow cooker. They’re easy to make and packed with flavor that will wow your guests or family.

Exact Ingredients (Honey Sriracha Glazed Meatballs) (+ Possible Substitutes)

Here’s what you’ll need to make these tasty meatballs:

For the meatballs:

• 1 pound ground turkey (or ground chicken, pork, or beef)
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (whole wheat panko or gluten-free options)
• 1 egg
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the glaze:

• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup sriracha sauce
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced

Can’t find some ingredients? No worries! Try these swaps:

• Use almond flour instead of breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
• Swap honey for maple syrup if you prefer.
• Replace soy sauce with coconut aminos for a soy-free version.

Feel free to adjust the sriracha amount to make the glaze milder or spicier. You can also add a sprinkle of sesame seeds for extra crunch and flavor.

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grab a large bowl and mix ground turkey or beef with breadcrumbs, eggs, chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Shape the mixture into small balls, about 1.5 inches in size. You’ll make around 40 meatballs.

Place the meatballs on baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Make sure they’re spaced out.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned.

While the meatballs bake, make the honey sriracha sauce. Mix honey, sriracha, soy sauce, and rice vinegar in a bowl.

Once the meatballs are done, toss them in the sauce. You can do this in a slow cooker or on the stovetop.

If using a slow cooker, add the meatballs and 3/4 of the sauce. Cook on low for 2-3 hours. Add the rest of the sauce before serving.

For stovetop, heat the sauce in a large pan. Add the meatballs and simmer for 5-10 minutes until heated through.

Serve your honey sriracha glazed meatballs hot. They’re great as an appetizer or main dish with rice.

Tips, Tricks & Storing

Making honey sriracha glazed meatballs is easy and fun. Here are some helpful tips to make your cooking experience even better:

Use a cookie scoop to form your meatballs. This ensures they’re all the same size and cook evenly.

Don’t overmix the meat. Gently combine ingredients to keep your meatballs tender.

For extra flavor, add some grated ginger to your meatball mix.

Try baking your meatballs instead of frying. It’s healthier and less messy.

To keep meatballs from sticking, line your baking sheet with parchment paper.

Storing your meatballs is simple. Let them cool completely before putting them in an airtight container.

You can keep cooked meatballs in the fridge for up to 4 days.

For longer storage, freeze your meatballs. They’ll stay good for up to 3 months.

When reheating, add a splash of water to keep the meatballs moist.

Got leftover sauce? Use it as a dip for veggies or drizzle it over rice.

Remember, you can adjust the sriracha amount to make the glaze milder or spicier.