Meatballs in Barbecue Sauce (Printable Version)
Savory beef meatballs wrapped in barbecue sauce, finished with a fresh green leek garnish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meatballs
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450g ground beef
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60ml breadcrumbs
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1 large egg
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30g grated Parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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0.5 teaspoon onion powder
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Barbecue Sauce
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120ml ketchup
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60ml honey
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2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
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0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
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0.25 teaspoon liquid smoke
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
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Fresh green leek, thinly sliced
# Steps To Follow:
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Preheat oven to 200°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until evenly blended.
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Form mixture into 2.5cm balls and arrange evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
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While meatballs bake, combine ketchup, honey, white wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, liquid smoke, salt, and black pepper in a saucepan. Stir to combine and simmer gently over low heat for 8 to 10 minutes until thickened.
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Transfer baked meatballs to the saucepan with barbecue sauce and stir gently to evenly coat.
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Serve hot, garnished with freshly sliced green leek for color and added freshness.
# Notes and Tips:
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For enhanced depth of flavor, allow cooked meatballs to simmer in barbecue sauce for an additional 5 to 10 minutes before serving.