Bar B Que Meatballs

Perfectly tender and flavor-packed, these Bar B Que Meatballs combine the juicy richness of ground beef and pork with the smoky sweetness of barbecue sauce for a dish that’s sure to please any crowd. Infused with the savory notes of garlic and onion powder, and bound with breadcrumbs and milk for an irresistibly moist texture, these homemade meatballs are seared to golden perfection before baking in a tangy barbecue glaze. Ready in under an hour, they’re ideal for weeknight dinners, game-day snacks, or party appetizers. Serve them hot with a side of creamy mashed potatoes, crusty bread, or as part of your favorite comfort-food spread. Experience the magic of this easy barbecue meatball recipe that’s guaranteed to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 large Eggs
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 2 cups Barbecue sauce
• 2 tbsp Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 3

Using your hands or a small scoop, shape the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs. You should end up with approximately 24 meatballs.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and sear them on all sides until they are browned but not fully cooked, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove the browned meatballs and set them aside.

Step 5

Spread 1 cup of barbecue sauce evenly on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange the seared meatballs in a single layer on top of the sauce.

Step 6

Pour the remaining 1 cup of barbecue sauce over the meatballs, ensuring they are fully coated.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until they are fully cooked and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to allow the sauce to slightly caramelize.

Step 9

Let the meatballs cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1425 grams (1425.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3195

Total Fat 167.80g	215%
Saturated Fat 57.10g	286%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.20g
Cholesterol 697mg	232%
Sodium 8170mg	355%
Total Carbohydrate 271.10g	99%
Dietary Fiber 7.60g	27%
Total Sugars 187.60g
Protein 155.70g	311%

Vitamin D 68IU	339%
Calcium 428mg	33%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 2566mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.9%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 33.7%