Spicy Cajun Meatballs with Sweet Peach BBQ Sauce
These Cajun meatballs pack a punch with their spicy flavor, balanced by a sweet peach BBQ sauce. Perfect as an appetizer for parties, these meatballs are easy to serve with toothpicks and sure to impress your guests.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- cookie sheet
- Measuring cups
- Mixing spoon
- Small bowl
- Serving dish
- Toothpicks (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 pound of lean ground beef
- 1 ½ teaspoons of hot pepper sauce
- 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon of minced parsley
- ½ cup of finely chopped onion
- ¼ cup of fresh bread crumbs
- ¼ cup of milk
- 1 egg
- ½ cup of barbecue sauce
- ½ cup of peach preserves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, hot pepper sauce, Cajun seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, minced parsley, finely chopped onion, bread crumbs, milk, and egg.
- Mix thoroughly, using your hands if necessary.
- Shape the mixture into 1 ½-inch meatballs.
- Place the meatballs on a lightly greased cookie sheet.
- Bake the meatballs for 30 to 40 minutes, or until they are no longer pink in the center.
- While the meatballs are baking, combine the barbecue sauce and peach preserves in a small bowl and mix well.
- Once the meatballs are cooked, place them in a serving dish and pour the sauce mixture over them.
- Toss the meatballs to coat them completely in the sauce.
- Serve with toothpicks if desired for easy eating.
Notes & Wine Advice
Pair with a chilled Riesling or a slightly sweet Moscato to balance the spiciness of the meatballs.
Nutrition values
Calories: 350 kcal | Carbohydrates: 30 g | Protein: 20 g | Fat: 16 g | Sugar: 18 g