Sticky Glazed Meatballs

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:

1. Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, garlic, and egg in a large bowl. Mix well.
2. Shape mixture into 1-inch meatballs (about 24).
3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned.
4. Meanwhile, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using) in a small bowl until sugar dissolves.
5. Pour glaze over meatballs; toss to coat.
6. Reduce heat to low and simmer 5 minutes.
7. Serve hot, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds.

Variations:

• Teriyaki Twist: Substitute teriyaki sauce for soy sauce and add a tablespoon of honey.
• Sweet & Spicy: Add more red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
• Pineapple Paradise: Add pineapple chunks to the glaze.

Keto-Friendly Version:

• Replace breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed pork rinds.
• Use erythritol or stevia instead of brown sugar.
• Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Q: Can I make these ahead? A: Yes! Prepare meatballs up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate.
• Q: Can I freeze them? A: Yes! Freeze cooked meatballs for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and reheat before serving.
• Q: Can I use ground turkey? A: Absolutely! Adjust cooking time as needed.

Enjoy!

These sticky glazed meatballs are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Make them for your next gathering and watch them disappear!