Ham Balls with Mustard Dill Sauce

Savor the irresistible combination of savory and tangy flavors with this delightful recipe for Ham Balls with Mustard Dill Sauce. Tender and juicy, these perfectly seasoned ham and pork meatballs are baked to golden perfection, then drizzled with a creamy mustard-dill sauce that adds a fresh, herby punch. Featuring simple pantry staples like breadcrumbs, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar, this dish strikes the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Ready in under an hour, it’s ideal for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or a comforting weeknight meal. Serve these succulent ham balls as a hearty appetizer or pair them with your favorite sides for an unforgettable main course.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground ham
• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup milk
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon dill, fresh and finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground ham, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, ground mustard, and half the salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 3

Using your hands, shape the mixture into balls about 1.5 inches in diameter. This should yield approximately 18-20 ham balls.

Step 4

Place the formed ham balls into the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are evenly spaced.

Step 5

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, white vinegar, olive oil, and 1 tablespoon of water. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to bubble.

Step 6

Pour the sauce evenly over the ham balls in the baking dish.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the ham balls are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 160°F).

Step 8

While the ham balls are baking, prepare the mustard dill sauce. In a small saucepan, whisk together the Dijon mustard, heavy cream, dill, and remaining salt and pepper over low heat. Simmer gently for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 9

Once the ham balls are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Serve the ham balls warm, drizzled with the mustard dill sauce, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1449.1 grams (1449.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3448

Total Fat 204.50g	262%
Saturated Fat 77.10g	385%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 1008mg	336%
Sodium 9505mg	413%
Total Carbohydrate 167.50g	61%
Dietary Fiber 4.00g	14%
Total Sugars 89.40g
Protein 217.30g	435%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 467mg	36%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 1523mg	32%

*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: 54.5%

Protein: 25.7%

Carbs: 19.8%