Saucy Apricot 'N' Spiced Meatballs Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375��F (190��C).
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and spices. Mix well.
• STEP 3.Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
• STEP 4.Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• STEP 5.Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown.
• STEP 6.In a saucepan, combine the apricot preserves, ketchup, soy sauce, vinegar, and spices. Heat over medium heat until the preserves are melted and the sauce is heated through.
• STEP 7.Add the cooked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• STEP 8.Serve the meatballs with toothpicks as an appetizer, or over rice or noodles as a main dish.

Cooking Tips

• You can use ground turkey or chicken instead of ground beef for a lighter version of the meatballs.
• If you prefer a spicier sauce, you can add some red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the apricot sauce.
• These meatballs can be made ahead of time and frozen. Just thaw them before reheating in the sauce.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the meatballs and sauce in a saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally.
• Serve the meatballs as an appetizer with toothpicks, or as a main dish over rice or noodles.