General Tao Slow Cooker Meatballs

Savory, tangy, and irresistibly tender, these General Tao Slow Cooker Meatballs bring the bold, rich flavors of Chinese-inspired cuisine to your kitchen with minimal effort. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of ground pork and beef, these juicy meatballs are simmered to perfection in a mouthwatering sauce made with soy sauce, hoisin, and a touch of sriracha for the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. The slow cooker does all the work, infusing every bite with layers of flavor while keeping the meatballs deliciously tender. Serve them over fluffy steamed rice, tossed with noodles, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, complete with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and freshly sliced green onions for garnish. Whether you're preparing a family dinner or a party dish, these easy slow cooker meatballs are a guaranteed hit! Keywords: General Tao meatballs recipe, slow cooker meatballs, easy appetizer recipe, sweet and spicy meatballs, Chinese-inspired meatballs.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground pork
• 1 lb Ground beef
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Ground ginger
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Hoisin sauce
• 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp Sesame oil
• 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch
• 3 tbsp Water
• 1 tbsp Optional: Sesame seeds
• 2 stalks Optional: Green onions, sliced

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Using your hands or a spoon, mix the ingredients until well-combined.

Step 3

Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set aside on a baking sheet or plate.

Step 4

Lightly grease a non-stick pan or skillet with oil and over medium-high heat, sear the meatballs for 1-2 minutes on each side to brown them (this step is optional but adds flavor).

Step 5

Place the browned meatballs into your slow cooker in a single layer, or as evenly as possible.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, Sriracha sauce, and minced garlic.

Step 7

Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the meatballs in the slow cooker.

Step 8

Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the meatballs are fully cooked and tender.

Step 9

For a thicker sauce, combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Step 10

Once done, serve the meatballs hot, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.

Step 11

Serve over steamed rice, noodles, or as an appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1463.4 grams (1463.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3473

Total Fat 209.20g	268%
Saturated Fat 73.30g	367%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.10g
Cholesterol 931mg	310%
Sodium 9530mg	414%
Total Carbohydrate 175.00g	64%
Dietary Fiber 9.20g	33%
Total Sugars 64.70g
Protein 231.60g	463%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 466mg	36%
Iron 22mg	122%
Potassium 1927mg	41%

*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: 53.7%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 19.9%