Some nights call for an easy, no-fuss dinner. This recipe was assembled on a whim from ingredients I had on hand, and it quickly became a favorite for busy evenings.
The meatballs turned out moist with a delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavors. They’re simple to prepare and make a great “semi-homemade” meal when you want something satisfying without a lot of effort.
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Spicy Sweet Mango Meatballs
Created by Amber Brady
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Yields24 meatballs
Ingredients
Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef
- ¼ cup chopped onion
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- ⅓ cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 2 Tbsp milk
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp pepper
- 1 medium egg
- ½ cup Pineapple or apricot jelly
Glaze:
- ⅓–½ bottle KC Masterpiece Spicy Mango Marinade
- ½ cup Pineapple or apricot jelly
Instructions
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MEATBALLS: In a bowl combine the ground beef, chopped onion, green onions, breadcrumbs, milk, salt, pepper, egg, and the jelly. Mix gently until combined. Shape into 1-inch balls (about 24–30) and place on a baking sheet. Bake at 400°F for about 15 minutes, or until cooked through.
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GLAZE: While the meatballs cook, combine the KC Masterpiece Spicy Mango Marinade and the pineapple or apricot jelly in a small saucepan. Warm and simmer gently until the jelly melts and the sauce is smooth.
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When meatballs are done, add them to the glaze and simmer 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they’re evenly coated and the sauce thickens.
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Serve over cooked rice and garnish with extra chopped green onions.
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Optional: After browning or baking, place meatballs and sauce in a crockpot and keep on low for 1–2 hours to meld flavors and keep warm.
Notes
Disclaimer: Nutritional values were calculated using a third-party tool and are provided as an estimation only.
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