Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with BBQ Jerk Meatballs, a tantalizing dish that marries the warmth of homemade meatballs with bold jerk seasoning and a tangy BBQ sauce. These irresistible bites are perfect for any occasion, whether served as appetizers at parties or over rice for a satisfying main course. The unique spice profile will leave your guests asking for more, making them an essential addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 teaspoons jerk seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, cilantro, jerk seasoning, salt, black pepper, and minced garlic. Mix gently until just combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
- Toss the baked meatballs in BBQ sauce until evenly coated before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (90g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg