Ingredients

For the Meatballs

• 500g (1 lb) ground beef
• 1 egg
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp paprika
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Honey Garlic Sauce

• ⅓ cup honey
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, to thicken)
• Jalapeño slices (optional)
• Chopped parsley for garnish

 Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Roll into 1-inch meatballs.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the meatballs for 8–10 minutes until cooked through.
4. In another pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
5. Add honey and soy sauce; simmer for 2–3 minutes.
6. Stir in the cornstarch slurry if you prefer a thicker sauce.
7. Toss the cooked meatballs in the sauce until evenly coated.
8. Garnish with jalapeño slices and parsley.
9. Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles.

 Nutrition Information (Approx. Per Serving – Makes 4 servings)

• Calories: 460 kcal
• Protein: 28g
• Carbohydrates: 22g
• Fat: 28g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 16g
• Sodium: 780mg

Q&A

Q: Can I use turkey instead of beef?
A: Yes! Ground turkey or chicken works well.

Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: Yes. Cook the meatballs and refrigerate them for up to 3 days.

Q: Can I freeze them?
A: Yes. Freeze cooked meatballs for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.

Q: How do I make them spicy?
A: Add red pepper flakes, extra jalapeños, or a splash of hot sauce.

Q: What sides go best?
A: Rice, mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, pasta, or steamed broccoli.