Recipes

Bikti

Bikti

This recipe is a version of the traditional Ukrainian meatball, the Bikti. These meatballs are usually served with rice or mashed
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Mix one third of the onion with the meat, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and garlic in a large mixing bowl.
  • Form 2-inch meatballs.
  • Flatten the meatballs and cover each side with flour.
  • Brown both sides using about half of the butter.
  • Chop all of the mushrooms and mix with the second third of the onions.
  • Cook the mixture in butter until the onion begins to brown.
  • Put half of the mushroom mixture as the first layer in a large, heavy-bottomed pot.
  • Use the last of the onion as the second layer.
  • Put the meatballs on top of the onion, then cover the meatballs with the remaining mushroom mixture.
  • Pour 1 cup of water over the entire mixture and bring it to a boil.
  • After bringing it to a boil, immediately lower heat to a high simmer and cook for about 15 minutes or until meatballs are no longer pink in the center.
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Course; Beef
Cuisine; Ukrainian

Lemon Meatballs

Lemon Meatballs

This hint of lemon is a refreshing twist on the traditional meatball. Eat this meatballs alone, or served over noodles or rice.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine the ground beef, Parmesan cheese, Béchamel sauce, and Worcestershire sauce in a large mixing bowl.
  • Mix well, and season with salt.
  • Shape the mixture into 8 meatballs then flatten slightly.
  • Melt the butter in a pan.
  • When the butter turns to a golden brown, add the meatballs to the pan.
  • Cook the meatballs over medium heat for 15 minutes, turning frequently.
  • Transfer to a serving dish to keep the meatballs warm.
  • Pour the cream into a saucepan, add the lemon juice and bread crumbs.
  • Cook until thickened, stirring frequently.
  • Pour the sauce over the meatballs.
  • Stir to cover each meatball with the sauce.
  • Serve and enjoy!
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Course; Beef / Fruit

Curry Infused Meatballs

Curry Infused Meatballs

Curry is traditionally found in Indian foods. It is technically a mixture of a number of spices, some of which change depending on the type of curry you purchase. Add as much curry or as little as you like. This simple recipe has an original yet authentic Indian flavor. This simple recipe has an original yet authentic Indian flavor.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine hamburger, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
  • Shape the meat mixture into walnut-sized meatballs.
  • Melt 2 teaspoons of butter in a frying pan.
  • Add onion to the butter and cook until the onion is tender.
  • Add curry powder and mix well.
  • Add the meatballs and cook well for about ten minutes, shaking the pan constantly.
  • Mix the tomato puree, remaining butter, 1 teaspoon of salt, cayenne pepper, and flour in another saucepan.
  • Cook until the sauce has thickened.
  • Pour the sauce over the meatballs and cook everything together until the sauce is the consistency of gravy.
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Course; Beef
Cuisine; India

Cajun Meatballs

Cajun Meatballs

This spicy recipe is a great appetizer for a party. Use toothpicks for easy serving. They have a sweet but spicy taste that your guests are sure to love!
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350° F.
  • Mix the first 9 ingredients together in a large mixing bowl.
  • It is easiest to mix the ingredients with clean hands.
  • Shape the mixture into 1 ½-inch meatballs.
  • Place the meatballs on a lightly greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake the meatballs for about 30 to 40 minutes, or until they are no longer pink in the middle.
  • Meanwhile, combine the barbeque sauce and peach preserves in a small bowl.
  • Mix well.
  • Place the cooked meatballs in s serving dish and cover with the sauce mixture.
  • Toss the meatballs to completely coat them with sauce.
  • Serve using toothpicks if desired.
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Course; Beef

Hearty Meatball Stew

Hearty Meatball Stew

This recipe is perfect for those cold winter nights. It uses common ingredients so you don’t have to leave your house to look for any special requirements. Prepare this recipe at lunch so it is ready for your evening meal.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine the beef, 1 tablespoon of salt and ¼ tablespoon of pepper.
  • Shape the meat mixture into 1 inch balls.
  • Brown the meatballs on all sides in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Drain.
  • Put the carrots, potatoes, and onion in a 3 quart slow cooker.
  • Top with the meatballs.
  • Combine the ketchup, water, vinegar, basil, and remaining salt and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  • Mix well.
  • Pour the sauce over the meatballs in the slow cooker.
  • Cover the stew and heat on high for 4 or 5 hours.
  • The stew is ready when the vegetables are tender.
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Course; Beef / Stew

Fiesta Meatballs

Fiesta Meatballs

This a unique recipe that is great to bring to a potluck or party. It’s practically guaranteed that you’ll be the only one with this dish! Serve these as an appetizer by putting toothpicks in each meatball.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350° F.
  • Combine the corn bread, ½ cup of the enchilada sauce, and salt in a large bowl.
  • Crumble the ground beef over the mixture and mix well.
  • Roll into 1-inch balls.
  • Using a lightly greased rack in a baking pan, bake the meatballs uncovered for 18 to 20 minutes.
  • The meatballs are done when they are no longer pink.
  • Meanwhile, heat the tomato sauce and remaining enchilada sauce in small saucepan.
  • Drain the meatballs, then place them in a serving dish.
  • Cover the meatballs with the heated sauce and sprinkle with cheese.
  • You may want to serve these meatballs with toothpicks.
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Course; Beef

Barbecue Meatballs

barbecue meatballs combine juicy beef, smoky homemade sauce, oats, onion, and savory spices into a rich comfort food recipe perfect for parties, buffets, and family gatherings. The sweet smoky barbecue glaze coats the tender meatballs beautifully while baking creates deep savory flavor.

This classic meatball recipe remains popular because it creates flavorful bite-sized appetizers that are easy to prepare ahead for holidays, parties, and casual dinners. The homemade barbecue sauce also adds sweet smoky richness that pairs perfectly with the beef.

Barbecue meatballs with sweet smoky glaze

The popularity of barbecue meatballs continues to grow because the sauce creates rich caramelized flavor while keeping the meatballs tender and juicy. Brown sugar, ketchup, garlic, and onion combine into a glossy homemade barbecue glaze packed with comforting flavor.

Another reason this beef meatball recipe works so well is the balance between savory spices and sweet smoky sauce. Chili powder and garlic powder build gentle warmth while oats help keep the meatballs soft and moist.

Homemade sauce keeps the meatballs tender

The combination of evaporated milk, oats, onion, and egg gives these barbecue beef meatballs their soft juicy texture. Baking the meatballs first also helps them hold their shape before soaking up the rich barbecue sauce.

If you enjoy comforting barbecue beef recipes, you may also like our Easy Grilled Porterhouse Steak, another flavorful beef barbecue recipe packed with smoky grilled flavor.

Texture plays an important role in this recipe. The meatballs stay juicy and tender inside while the sauce becomes sticky and glossy around the outside during the final baking stage.

The sweet smoky glaze also makes these beef meatballs perfect for buffet tables and holiday appetizers because they stay flavorful and moist even after resting.

Perfect beef appetizer for parties and holidays

These barbecue meatballs work perfectly for holiday buffets, game days, potlucks, family gatherings, and casual dinners because they are easy to serve while delivering rich comforting barbecue flavor.

The meatballs pair beautifully with mashed potatoes, rice, roasted vegetables, fresh bread, pasta, or extra barbecue sauce served on the side. Toothpicks also make them easy party appetizers.

Proper food handling remains important whenever preparing raw ground beef. Beef should always stay refrigerated before cooking and should be cooked thoroughly before serving. For additional meat preparation and food safety guidance, visit the FDA.

Ultimately, barbecue meatballs deliver juicy beef texture, sweet smoky sauce, comforting homemade flavor, and rich party-style barbecue character in an easy recipe perfect for gatherings and family meals.

barbecue meatballs served on a rustic wooden table with smoky beef meatballs and barbecue sauce

Smoky Barbecue Meatballs

Tender beef meatballs baked in sweet smoky barbecue sauce.
Couverts4 servings
Preparation 20 minutes
Preparation time:32 minutes
Total time 52 minutes
estimated costs pp $6.50 per person
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Equipment

  • baking pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Wire rack

Ingredients

Sauce

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Combine the egg, evaporated milk, oats, onion, salt, chili powder, garlic powder, and black pepper in a large bowl.
  • Add the ground beef and mix well.
  • Shape the mixture into small meatballs.
  • Place the meatballs onto a lightly oiled rack in a baking pan.
  • Bake uncovered for 18 to 20 minutes until fully cooked.
  • Drain excess fat while keeping the meatballs on the rack.
  • Combine the sauce ingredients in a saucepan.
  • Bring the sauce to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer for 2 minutes while stirring frequently.
  • Pour the sauce evenly over the meatballs.
  • Bake for another 10 to 12 minutes until hot and glazed.

Notes & Wine Advice

Notes

Liquid smoke adds extra barbecue flavor but can be omitted if preferred.

Serve Tip

Serve these meatballs with toothpicks as appetizers or alongside mashed potatoes, rice, or fresh bread.

Variations

Add cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, cheddar cheese, bacon, or hot sauce for deeper smoky richness and spice.

Wine Advice

A fruity Merlot pairs beautifully with the sweet smoky barbecue sauce and savory beef.

Nutrition values

Calories: 420 kcal | koolhydraten: 18 g | Eiwitten: 28 g | Vet: 26 g | Verzadigd vet: 10 g | Natrium: 720 mg | Suiker: 14 g
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Course; Appetizer / Barbecue / Beef / Main Course / Party Food
Cuisine; American
Season: All Seasons
Diets; High-Protein
Occasions Christmas / Game Day / New Year’s Eve

Gingersnap Meatballs

Gingersnap Meatballs

This recipe is a great way to get rid of those holiday cookies that have been sitting around! It has a sweet and sour taste without any real Asian influences. Try serving it with rice and very thin lemon slices to make a well-rounded meal.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 325° F.
  • Soak the bread in cold water and squeeze it dry.
  • Mix the ground beef, salt, pepper, paprika, egg, bread, and ice water thoroughly in a large mixing bowl.
  • Form the mixture into balls.
  • Pour the tomatoes into a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  • Add gingersnaps, sugar, and lemon juice to the baking pan.
  • Add the meatballs and stir to coat with the mixture.
  • Cover with foil and bake for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • You may need to cover the meatballs with the sauce again periodically as they bake.
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Course; Beef

Mushroom Meatballs

Mushroom Meatballs

This recipe makes a great appetizer or side dish. It can be served in either a casserole dish or a crockpot. If you need to transport it, then use a crockpot to keep the meatballs heated thoroughly.
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350° F.
  • Mix the mushrooms, eggs, salt, pepper, and ground beef in a large bowl.
  • Using your hands works best.
  • Shape the meat mixture into roughly 70 walnut sized balls.
  • Place the balls on a baking sheet and bake for approximately 25 minutes.
  • Meatballs should no longer be pink.
  • Using either a casserole dish or a crockpot, mix the soup mix and cream of mushroom soup together.
  • Add the cooked meatballs.
  • If you are using a casserole dish, return the dish to the oven to heat thoroughly (about 10 minutes).
  • If you are using a crockpot, allow the meatballs to sit at low heat for about an hour before serving.
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Course; Appetizer / Beef / Side Dish

Quick Prep Meatballs with Sauerkraut and Cranberry Sauce

Quick Prep Meatballs with Sauerkraut and Cranberry Sauce

This meatball recipe involves very little preparation, but does require a lengthy baking period. It is perfect to throw in the oven and walk away. Its unusual sauce will make guests and family think you slaved over the oven for hours to prepare this amazing meal!
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 300° F.
  • Mix the ground beef, breadcrumbs, soup mix, and eggs in a large bowl.
  • Mold into 1 ½-inch balls.
  • Mix the sauerkraut, cranberry sauce, chili sauce, and brown sugar in a large skillet.
  • Simmer for about five minutes or until the brown sugar is melted and mixed well.
  • Place a small amount of the mixture in a lightly greased 13×9 baking dish.
  • Place the meatballs on top of the sauce.
  • Then, pour the remaining sauce over the top of the meatballs.
  • Let the meatballs bake for 1 to 2 hours, or until the meatballs are 160° F.
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Course; Beef / Main Course