These Cranberry Chili Meatballs combine sweet and savory flavors for a perfect appetizer or main dish. They are ideal for parties and gatherings, offering a delicious twist on traditional meatballs.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef lean
- 1 cup cranberry sauce canned or homemade
- 1 cup chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until they are browned on all sides.
- In a separate bowl, combine the cranberry sauce and chili sauce. Mix well.
- Pour the sauce over the meatballs in the skillet. Reduce the heat and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for about 10 minutes, ensuring they are cooked through.
- Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg