Description
Sizzling Pineapple BBQ Meatballs combine sweet Hawaiian flavors with savory ground beef for an irresistible party appetizer. Guests will devour these juicy, glazed morsels that bring tropical zest to any gathering, making them an instant crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 lb (453 grams) ground beef
Binding and Moisture Ingredients:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple
Seasoning and Sauce:
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Blend ground beef with breadcrumbs, egg, and aromatic seasonings in a mixing vessel, ensuring thorough incorporation of all components.
- Craft uniform spherical portions using gentle hand motions, arranging them systematically on a lined baking tray with minimal contact between meatballs.
- Roast in a preheated oven, monitoring internal temperature to guarantee complete culinary transformation and achieve a rich golden-brown exterior.
- While meatballs develop their savory profile, prepare the complementary sauce by gently merging tangy BBQ condiment with fragrant, sweet crushed pineapple in a simmering pan.
- Allow sauce ingredients to meld together, creating a harmonious fusion of tropical and smoky flavor profiles over medium-low heat.
- Extract meatballs from the oven, verifying doneness through visual inspection and potential internal temperature check.
- Delicately coat each meatball in the luscious pineapple-infused BBQ glaze, ensuring comprehensive and even coverage.
- Transfer glazed meatballs to a serving platter, presenting them while maintaining optimal warmth and appetizing appearance.
- Garnish with optional fresh herbs or chopped green onions for enhanced visual appeal and subtle flavor complexity.
Notes
- Experiment with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option that keeps the dish light and nutritious.
- Swap traditional breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free crackers to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure meatballs reach an internal temperature of 160°F, guaranteeing safe and perfectly cooked meat.
- Enhance flavor complexity by adding finely diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture for a subtle kick of heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg