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.
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