Sticky Spicy Glazed Meatballs

(Juicy Inside, Glossy Sauce, Crowd-Pleaser)

These meatballs are tender and juicy, coated in a thick, sticky, sweet-spicy glaze. Perfect as an appetizer, party dish, or served with rice or noodles.

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🥩 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)

For the meatballs

• 500 g ground meat (beef, pork, or a mix)

• 1 egg

• ½ cup breadcrumbs

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 small onion, finely grated

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp paprika or chili powder

• 1 tbsp cooking oil (for frying)

For the sticky glaze

• 4 tbsp ketchup

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar

• 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar

• 1 tbsp chili sauce or sriracha (adjust to taste)

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 2 tbsp water

Garnish

• Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped

• Chili flakes (optional)

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🔥 Instructions

1. Make the meatballs

• In a large bowl, combine ground meat, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, onion, soy sauce, salt, pepper, and spices.

• Mix gently until just combined (do not overmix).

• Roll into small balls, about 3–4 cm in diameter.

2. Cook the meatballs

• Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.

• Add meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.

• Remove excess fat if necessary.

3. Prepare the glaze

• The glaze ingredients can be mixed in a bowl or added directly to the pan.

• Lower heat to medium-low.

• Pour the sauce over the meatballs.

4. Glaze the meatballs

• Toss meatballs gently in the sauce.

• Simmer 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the meatballs evenly.

• The glaze should be sticky and glossy, not watery.

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🍽️ Serving

• Transfer meatballs to a serving dish.

• Spoon extra sauce over the top.

• Garnish with chopped cilantro and chili flakes.

• Serve hot with rice, noodles, or toothpicks for sharing.

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💡 Pro Tips

• Wet hands slightly when rolling meatballs to prevent sticking.

• Keep heat low once sugar is added to avoid burning.

• Add a splash of water if the glaze thickens too fast.

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🔥 Flavor Profile

• Sweet, spicy, and savory

• Juicy meatballs with sticky glaze

• Bold and addictive