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sweet chilli meatballs recipe

Juicy Asian-style meatballs glazed in a sweet, tangy sauce, baked until tender and flavorful with a sticky, irresistible finish. Ingredients
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: asian insipired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the Meatballs
  • ½ medium yellow onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef 80% lean works best
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • For the Glaze
  • 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Saucepan
  • Brush or spoon
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine all the meatball ingredients and mix until well incorporated.
  3. Roll the mixture into evenly sized meatballs.
  4. Place the meatballs on a lined baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes.
  6. In a saucepan, combine all glaze ingredients and simmer until slightly thickened.
  7. Coat the meatballs evenly with the prepared glaze.
  8. Return to the oven and bake for another 5–7 minutes until fully cooked.
  9. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.