Tangy Maple Meatballs

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 12
Sweet and tangy Maple Meatballs cooked to perfection
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 egg
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vinegar
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
630
Sugar
30g
Fat
32g
Tangy Maple Meatballs are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Made with a mixture of ground beef, ground pork, and a mouthwatering maple sauce, these meatballs are an excellent addition to your dinner spreads and potlucks. While traditional beef meatballs can be bland, the addition of pork adds a touch of fat that enhances the flavor. The sweet glaze made with pure maple syrup and tangy vinegar gives the meatballs a sweet and tangy punch that's hard to resist. Don't forget to serve the dish with a side of your choice!

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, ground pork, chopped onion, egg, dried parsley flakes, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is well combined.
3.Using a cookie scoop or spoon, form meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4.Bake for 15 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through. Drain the excess fat from the meatballs.
5.In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk together cornstarch, dry mustard, salt, and vinegar. Add maple syrup and water and whisk again until well combined.
6.Heat the saucepan over medium heat until the mixture boils and thickens. Once thickened, pour the sauce over the meatballs and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes to let the sauce soak in. Let the meatballs rest for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

These meatballs are an easy and delicious dish to make for friends and family.

The combination of ground beef and pork in addition to the tangy-sweet sauce makes for a flavor-packed meal.

CONS

The high-fat content in ground pork and beef meat can be a downside for health-conscious individuals.

These meatballs should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these meatballs might not be the healthiest option out there, they do pack some nutrients in the form of healthy animal protein.
The pure maple syrup used in the recipe is an all-natural sweetener rich in antioxidants and minerals like calcium, iron, and zinc.

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