Description
BBQ Jerk Meatballs are a vibrant and delicious dish that brings the essence of Caribbean flavors straight to your table. These tender meatballs are infused with aromatic jerk seasoning and coated in a tangy BBQ sauce, making them a perfect choice for both appetizers and main courses. Their unique blend of spices creates an unforgettable taste that will impress at any gathering, whether it’s game day, family dinners, or casual get-togethers. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, BBQ Jerk Meatballs are sure to be a hit with everyone, including picky eaters!
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 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 mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, cilantro, jerk seasoning, salt, black pepper, and 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 (internal temperature of 160°F).
- Toss the baked meatballs in BBQ sauce until well coated.
- Serve warm as an appetizer or over rice for a delightful main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg