Barbecued Meatballs Recipe

Juicy, flavorful barbecued meatballs, perfect for a quick and inexpensive weeknight dinner! This family-favorite recipe, passed down from my mom, is surprisingly simple to make and delivers big on taste. Get ready for tender meatballs swimming in a tangy, smoky barbecue sauce – the perfect comfort food.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 457.3 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barbecued Meatballs

  • 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Evaporated Milk (no quantity found in recipe)
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • Green Pepper (no quantity found in recipe)
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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How to Make Barbecued Meatballs

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Gently mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  3. Roll the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  4. Place meatballs in a baking dish and pour remaining barbecue sauce over the top.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.
  6. Serve immediately over rice, pasta, or your favorite side dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

62 g

Sugar

106g

Fat

41g

Carbs

14g

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