Sweet Spicy Meatballs (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meatballs
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1 lb. ground beef
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1 lb. ground pork
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2 large eggs, beaten gently
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3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1/4 cup onion, finely shredded
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1/4 cup Panko crumbs, plain
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1/4 cup cilantro, freshly chopped
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Sauce
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1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
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3/4 cup brown sugar, tightly packed
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1/2 cup soy sauce, reduced-sodium
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1/2 cup ketchup
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1/4 cup honey
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2 Tbsp. vinegar (white wine variety)
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3 garlic cloves, chopped finely
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1 tsp. black pepper, ground
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1 tsp. kosher salt
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1 Tbsp. sesame seeds
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2 Tbsp. sliced green onions
# Instructions:
01 -
Lay down parchment paper on a large pan and keep it nearby.
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Toss all the meatball ingredients together in a big mixing bowl. Add salt and pepper to your liking.
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Roll into 1½-inch rounds (about 35 total) and arrange in a single layer on the prepared pan. If you prefer smaller, go for 1-inch rounds (makes about 50).
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Shift oven rack to the upper area and broil meatballs for 6-7 minutes, flipping once. The surface should brown, but the inside can still be a bit undercooked.
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Combine the sauce components in a bowl, leaving out the green onions and sesame seeds for later.
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Move the cooked meatballs into the crockpot. Pour the sauce over them and stir gently to cover completely.
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Set the crockpot to low and let it cook for 3 hours, stirring it once halfway through.
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Top everything with sesame seeds and green onions before digging in.
# Notes:
01 -
Use a grater's large holes for shredding the onion.
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You can prep this in advance and store the parts separately.
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For less spice, cut red pepper flakes to 1/4 tsp.