Description
Juneteenth BBQ meatballs are a celebration of flavor and heritage, embodying the spirit of togetherness. These tender meatballs are coated in a zesty homemade BBQ sauce that showcases rich, savory goodness in every bite. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, they are versatile enough to serve as appetizers or main dishes. Indulge in these delicious bites that not only satisfy your taste buds but also honor a significant cultural tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup plain or Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your choice)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until just mixed.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and arrange them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Warm the BBQ sauce in a saucepan and coat the baked meatballs evenly.
- Serve warm with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg