Fiesta Meatballs: A Spicy Potluck Favorite
Bring a touch of spice to your next potluck or party with these Fiesta Meatballs. Made with cornbread, enchilada sauce, and topped with Mexican-style cheese, these unique meatballs are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking pan with rack
- Measuring cups
- Small saucepan
- spatula
- Serving dish
- Toothpicks (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 cup of cornbread crumbled
- 1 can of enchilada sauce 10 ounces
- ½ teaspoon of salt
- 1 ½ pounds of ground beef
- 1 can of tomato sauce 8 ounces
- ½ cup of shredded Mexican-style cheese blend
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread, ½ cup of enchilada sauce, and salt.
- Crumble the ground beef over the mixture and mix thoroughly.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Place the meatballs on a lightly greased rack in a baking pan.
- Bake the meatballs uncovered for 18 to 20 minutes, or until they are no longer pink inside.
- While the meatballs are baking, heat the tomato sauce and the remaining enchilada sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Once the meatballs are cooked, drain any excess fat and transfer them to a serving dish.
- Pour the heated sauce over the meatballs and sprinkle with the shredded Mexican-style cheese blend.
- For easy serving, insert toothpicks into each meatball.
Notes & Wine Advice
Pair with a light and fruity Tempranillo or a cold Mexican beer to complement the spiciness of the dish.
Nutrition values
Calories: 55 kcal | Carbohydrates: 3 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 3 g | Sugar: 1 g