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Bbq Meatloaf With Tangy Onion Topping Recipe

Tired of bland meatloaf? This recipe delivers a juicy, flavorful BBQ meatloaf topped with a sweet and tangy caramelized onion sauce that will elevate your weeknight dinner. It's the perfect comfort food, bursting with smoky BBQ flavor and a delightful textural contrast.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 730.8 kcal
Protein 94g
Rating 4.4 (5 Reviews)
Bbq Meatloaf With Tangy Onion Topping 110

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bbq Meatloaf With Tangy Onion Topping

  • 1.5 lbs ground beef
  • 1.5 lbs ground pork
  • 1 cup chopped onion, 2 cups thinly sliced onions
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¾ cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water, plus more as needed

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How to Make Bbq Meatloaf With Tangy Onion Topping

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, ½ cup of your favorite BBQ sauce, 2 cloves minced garlic, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and 1 cup of chopped onion.
  3. Add 1.5 lbs ground pork and 1.5 lbs ground beef to the bowl. Gently mix with your hands or a wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Transfer the meat mixture to a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  5. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°F (71°C).
  6. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before draining off any excess grease.
  7. While the meatloaf is baking, prepare the topping: In a medium saucepan, sauté 2 cups thinly sliced onions in 2 tablespoons of water over medium heat until softened and lightly golden (about 8-10 minutes).
  8. Stir in ¼ cup of BBQ sauce and 2 tablespoons of brown sugar.
  9. Reduce heat to low and simmer until the sauce has thickened slightly (about 5-7 minutes), adding a tablespoon of water at a time if needed to prevent sticking.
  10. Spoon the tangy onion topping generously over the cooked meatloaf or serve it on the side.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

70g

Fat

88g

Carbs

9g

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Beef & Red Meat Ground Beef Recipes Pork Recipes American Fall Recipes Baking

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Main Dish Beef Dietary Low Sodium Low Carb Ground Beef Low In Something Meat 4 Hours Or Less