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Honey Garlic Meatballs Recipe

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This Honey Garlic Meatballs recipe features tender, fully cooked meatballs simmered in a sticky, sweet, and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or served over rice for a comforting main dish, this recipe is easy to prepare in a slow cooker or on the stovetop for convenience and great flavor.

Ingredients

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Meatballs and Sauce

  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2–3 Tablespoons soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (32-ounce) bag frozen fully cooked meatballs (about 50)
  • Garlic salt & pepper, to taste

For Serving

  • Cooked rice
  • Sliced green onions
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce and meatballs: In a medium bowl or directly in the base of a slow cooker, combine ketchup, honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Add the frozen meatballs and stir gently until they are evenly coated with the sauce. Sprinkle with a pinch of garlic salt and pepper if desired.
  2. Cook in the slow cooker: Cover and cook on high for 2 to 3 hours, or on low for 3 to 4 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the meatballs to heat through completely. After cooking, switch the slow cooker to the warm setting until serving time. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  3. Alternative stovetop method: In a large pot over medium-low heat, mix all the sauce ingredients. Once well combined, add the meatballs. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are heated through and the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Serve: Enjoy the honey garlic meatballs as an appetizer or over a bed of cooked rice for a satisfying main course. Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • For stovetop cooking, ensure the sauce simmers gently to avoid burning and to cook the meatballs thoroughly.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • These meatballs can be served as party appetizers or a quick weeknight dinner when paired with rice.
  • Adjust the amount of soy sauce to control the saltiness of the dish.
  • Green onions and sesame seeds add fresh texture and a nutty flavor as garnish but are optional.

Keywords: Honey Garlic Meatballs, Meatballs Recipe, Slow Cooker Meatballs, Sweet and Savory Meatballs, Party Appetizer, Easy Dinner

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