Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
– 1 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– 1 large egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup sweet chili sauce
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional)
– Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Sweet Chili Meatballs in a crockpot is a simple process. Follow these steps:
1. Prep Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and ensure they are ready for use.
2. Make the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, green onions, cilantro, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well until fully combined.
3. Shape the Meatballs: Form the mixture into bite-sized meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
4. Prepare the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until well blended.
5. Place in Crockpot: Add the meatballs to the crockpot and pour the sauce over them, ensuring they are well coated.
6. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours. Check for doneness; the meatballs should be cooked through and tender.
7. Serve: Once cooked, carefully transfer the meatballs to a serving dish. You can drizzle additional sauce over them if desired.
8. Garnish: Sprinkle sesame seeds and additional green onions on top for a pop of color and flavor.
These straightforward steps will help you create mouthwatering Sweet Chili Meatballs that are sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours on low or 2 to 3 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 18g