Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with BBQ Jerk Meatballs, an irresistible dish that combines the warmth of homemade meatballs with bold jerk seasoning and a tangy BBQ sauce. Perfect for any occasion, these flavorful bites can be served as appetizers at parties or over rice for a satisfying main course. Their unique spice profile will leave everyone wanting more, making them a must-try for any gathering.
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 ground 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 large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, cilantro, jerk seasoning, salt, 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/70°C).
- In a bowl, toss the baked meatballs with BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve warm on a platter or over rice as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (90g)
- Calories: 248
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg