Best 8 Big Spicy Meatballs Recipes

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**Big, juicy, and bursting with flavor, these spicy meatballs are the perfect appetizer or main course for any occasion. Made with a blend of ground beef, pork, and veal, these meatballs are packed with savory spices and herbs, and then coated in a rich and flavorful tomato sauce. Served over a bed of spaghetti, mashed potatoes, or rice, these meatballs are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.**

**In this article, you'll find three different recipes for big spicy meatballs. The first recipe is for a classic Italian meatball, made with a blend of ground beef, pork, and veal, and simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce. The second recipe is for a more spicy meatball, made with a blend of ground beef, pork, and lamb, and coated in a spicy tomato sauce. The third recipe is for a vegetarian meatball, made with a blend of lentils, beans, and vegetables, and simmered in a flavorful vegetable broth.**

**No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy these big, juicy, and flavorful meatballs. So fire up your oven or stovetop, and get ready to make some delicious meatballs!**

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY ITALIAN MEATBALLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 2h30m

Yield 70 to 80 small meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cloves garlic, grated on a rasp grater
2 whole eggs
Splash of milk
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil, for frying
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, diced
Two 28-ounce cans tomato sauce
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
Crushed red pepper, as needed
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the meatballs: Combine the ground beef, pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, ricotta, parsley, crushed red pepper, salt, garlic, eggs, milk and black pepper in a bowl. Mash with your hands until thoroughly combined. Form into small balls and place on a baking sheet. Set in the fridge for 1 hour.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs in batches until nice and deep golden, then move them to a plate.
  • For the sauce: Into the same skillet, add the garlic and onions and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the tomato sauce, parsley, tomato paste, sugar, salt, crushed red pepper and black pepper. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Add the meatballs back to the skillet and simmer another 15 minutes. Keep warm until serving.
  • Transfer to a chafing dish and serve with frilly toothpicks.

SWEET AND SPICY MEATBALLS



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large yellow onion, finely diced
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Two 10-ounce jars red pepper jelly or hot pepper jelly
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Mix the meats, panko, egg, garlic, onion, paprika, salt and pepper in a large bowl with your hands until completely combined. Scoop mixture into heaping tablespoons, then roll into neat balls. Transfer to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Bake until cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Add pepper jelly, orange juice and soy sauce to a small pan. Cook over medium-high heat until it simmers, then remove from the heat. Pour jelly sauce over the meatballs and toss to coat.

QUICK AND SIMPLE MEATBALLS



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Keep a batch of these meatballs in your freezer for an easy weeknight meal. This simple meatball recipe can be used for pizzas, sub sandwiches, in soups and more. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 24 meatballs.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large eggs
1/4 cup water
1 small onion, finely chopped
1-1/3 cups soft bread crumbs
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground beef

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine eggs, water, onion, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic and seasonings; mix well. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place meatballs on greased racks in shallow baking pans. Bake, uncovered, until no longer pink, 15-18 minutes. , Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatballs in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in the microwave.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 533mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein.

SPICY MEATBALLS



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These spicy meatballs are boldly flavored with garlic, cumin, paprika, and cayenne.

Provided by Vered DeLeeuw

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
26 oz Pomi chopped tomatoes (or two 15 oz cans diced tomatoes, undrained)
1 lb. 85% lean ground beef
1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a wide, heavy saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the spices and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add the chopped tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes, while you're preparing the meatballs.
  • In a medium bowl, use your hands to gently mix the meat and the spices. Divide the mixture into 24 equal portions (each weighs about 20 grams) and shape them into small, 1-inch meatballs.
  • Add the meatballs to the sauce. Turn the heat to medium-high and bring to a boil, then lower the heat back to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the meatballs are cooked through, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle the dish with cilantro and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.25 recipe, Calories 315 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 20 g, Sodium 650 mg, Fiber 3 g

BIG SPICY MEATBALLS



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Real Simple Magazine December 2004-January 2005. You can serve these meatballs with jarred marinara sauce with a homemade chunky tomato sauce.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 16-18 large meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs lean ground beef
2 lbs ground pork
1 medium onion, minced
2 slices soft bread, crusts removed and torn into pieces
5 garlic cloves, minced
2 eggs
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 1/2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
3 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients, 1 cup of the Parmesan, and 2 t. of the pepper. Mix just to combine.
  • Shape the mixture into 16 to 18 large meatballs (each should be about 3/4 cup of meat). Place on a baking pan and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl combine the ricotta with the remaining Parmesan and the remaining pepper; set aside.
  • Bake the meatballs for 20 minutes in upper third of oven. Remove from oven and turn on broiler.
  • Spoon 1 T. of the ricotta mixture onto each meatball. Broil 3 to 5 minutes or until the ricotta just starts to brown. Serve with marinara sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.2, Fat 27.3, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 136.7, Sodium 709.3, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.7, Protein 33.4

SPICY MEATBALLS WITH SAVOURY JAM



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his could be served over mash, or as finger food for a party, even made into larger burgers if you wished.

Provided by JustJanS

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

500 g ground lamb
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon chopped chili
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 fresh lemon rind
olive oil flavored cooking spray
2 onions, sliced
1 red capsicum, seeded and chopped
1 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Combine all meatball ingredients, except the oil.
  • Mix well and taking about 1 tablespoon of mix, form into balls.
  • Place on a foil lined baking tray, and spray with the oil.
  • and bake in a moderate oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • SAVOURY JAM: Place all ingredients into a saucepan and slowly bring to the boil, stirring to ensure the sugar dissolves.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until a jam-like consistency is reached.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621.7, Fat 31.1, SaturatedFat 13.2, Cholesterol 91.5, Sodium 296.4, Carbohydrate 57.8, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 34, Protein 26

SWEET AND SPICY HOISIN MEATBALLS



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For big parties, I make glazed hoisin meatballs and deliver them in a slow cooker. That way they're spicy, sweet and ready to eat. -Gail Borczyk, Boca Raton, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 2h25m

Yield about 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1/3 cup sliced water chestnuts, finely chopped
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
3 tablespoons soy sauce
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
2/3 cup panko bread crumbs
2 pounds ground pork
SAUCE:
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup Shaoxing rice wine or pale dry sherry
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons Vietnamese chili garlic sauce (tuong ot toi)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
Optional: Thinly sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients; stir in bread crumbs. Add pork; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Arrange meatballs into single layers on greased stacked wire racks in a large multi-cooker. Close air-frying lid. Press air-fry function; select custom setting. Press timer; set to 10 minutes. Start. Cook in batches until lightly browned., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix sauce ingredients. Remove stacked wire racks. Return all meatballs to pot. Pour sauce over browned meatballs. Cover with glass lid. Press slow-cook function, select pork setting. Press timer; set to 2 hours. Start. , Transfer to serving platter and, if desired, sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SPICY MEATBALLS WITH CHICKPEAS



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Meatballs are the ultimate comfort food, and these are especially nice, perfumed with cumin, coriander and cinnamon. (Feel free to use ground beef, pork or turkey if ground lamb isn't available.) They may be prepared several hours or up to 2 days in advance - they reheat beautifully. Make the tomato gravy as piquant as you like, adding a good pinch of cayenne if you wish. The optional saffron adds a floral note. If you have the time, cook your chickpeas from scratch (it's best to soak them for at least a few hours or overnight). They'll cook in less than an hour. One pound dried chickpeas will yield about 6 cups cooked.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, meatballs, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings (about 30 meatballs)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 1/2 pounds ground lamb (or substitute ground beef, pork or turkey)
1/2 cup raw arborio rice or any white rice, rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon toasted ground cumin
1 teaspoon toasted ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup finely diced onion
3 garlic cloves, grated or minced
Extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup finely diced onion
Kosher salt
Pinch of saffron, crumbled, steeped in 1/4 cup warm water (optional)
1 teaspoon toasted ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, or to taste
1 (2-inch) cinnamon stick
1 (28-ounce) can plum tomatoes with their juices
1 cup chicken or beef broth (or chickpea cooking liquid)
6 cups cooked chickpeas
1/2 cup chopped parsley, cilantro or a combination

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Make the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, raw rice, salt, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, onion and garlic. Knead mixture well.
  • Coat a sheet pan or roasting pan lightly with olive oil. With wet hands, form mixture into 1-ounce meatballs and arrange in one layer on pan. Bake, uncovered, for about 15 minutes, until lightly browned. Remove and let cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, make the gravy: Place a wide heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil. When oil is hot, add onion, sprinkle lightly with salt and cook, stirring until softened and just beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Add saffron with soaking water, cumin, red-pepper flakes and cinnamon stick. Crush tomatoes with your hands, and add to pot, along with all tomato juices. Raise heat to medium-high, add broth and bring to a simmer. Taste and add more salt or red-pepper flakes as needed. Carefully add meatballs and adjust heat to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 30 minutes.
  • Warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat. Add chickpeas and a splash of water and heat through. Season to taste with salt. Sprinkle with chopped parsley or cilantro. Serve each diner 5 or 6 meatballs and plenty of gravy. Add a large spoonful of chickpeas on the side.

Tips:

  • Choose the right ground meat: A combination of ground beef and pork is ideal for meatballs, as it provides a good balance of flavor and texture. You can also use ground lamb or turkey if you prefer.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing can make the meatballs tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Use a light touch when forming the meatballs: Don't pack the meatball mixture too tightly, or the meatballs will be dense and dry. Gently roll the mixture into balls, using a light touch.
  • Brown the meatballs before adding them to the sauce: Browning the meatballs gives them a nice caramelized flavor and helps keep them moist. Brown the meatballs in a skillet over medium heat until they are browned on all sides.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes the meatballs shine. Choose a sauce that is rich, flavorful, and has a good balance of acidity and sweetness.
  • Cook the meatballs in the sauce until they are cooked through: The meatballs should be cooked through before you serve them. Cook them in the sauce for at least 30 minutes, or until they are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

Conclusion:

Spicy meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or party food. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little creativity, you can create spicy meatballs that are sure to please everyone at your table.

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