Best 6 Meatballs With Pepper Sauce Recipes

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**Savor the Delight of Meatballs with Pepper Sauce: A Culinary Journey of Flavor and Comfort**

Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds and warms your soul. Meatballs with pepper sauce is a classic dish that combines the juicy tenderness of meatballs with a rich, flavorful pepper sauce, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. This beloved dish has variations from different regions, each offering a unique twist on the classic.

In this comprehensive guide, we present a collection of delectable meatballs with pepper sauce recipes that cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. From the traditional Italian meatballs simmered in a tangy tomato-based sauce to the Swedish meatballs coated in a creamy pepper sauce, these recipes promise an explosion of flavors that will satisfy every palate.

For those seeking a hearty and comforting meal, the classic Italian meatballs with pepper sauce is a perfect choice. Made with a combination of ground beef, pork, and veal, these meatballs are packed with savory flavors and cooked to perfection in a rich tomato sauce infused with aromatic herbs and spices. Serve them over a bed of spaghetti or mashed potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal.

If you prefer a lighter and healthier option, the turkey meatballs with pepper sauce offer a delightful alternative. Ground turkey replaces the beef, pork, and veal, resulting in leaner and healthier meatballs that are just as flavorful. The pepper sauce, made with a blend of bell peppers, onions, and spices, adds a vibrant and zesty touch to the dish.

For those with dietary restrictions, the gluten-free meatballs with pepper sauce provide a delicious and inclusive option. Using gluten-free bread crumbs and flour, these meatballs ensure that everyone can enjoy this classic dish without compromising taste or texture. The pepper sauce, made with a combination of coconut milk and gluten-free tamari, adds a creamy and savory element to the dish.

For those who love experimenting with flavors, the Asian-inspired meatballs with pepper sauce offer a unique and exciting twist. Ground chicken or pork is marinated in a blend of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil, creating meatballs with an irresistible umami flavor. The pepper sauce, infused with a variety of Asian spices and herbs, adds a spicy and aromatic touch to the dish.

No matter your preference, the meatballs with pepper sauce recipes presented in this article offer a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul. Whether you prefer classic Italian, lighter and healthier, gluten-free, or Asian-inspired flavors, these recipes will provide you with a delicious and memorable dining experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PEPPERED MEATBALLS



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Plenty of ground pepper gives these saucy meatballs their irresistible zest. They're so hearty, I sometimes serve them over noodles as a main course. -Darla Schroeder, Stanley, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 2h35m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
2 to 3 teaspoons pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dry bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
SAUCE:
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons dill weed
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine sour cream and cheese. Add the pepper, salt, bread crumbs and garlic powder. Crumble meat over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until no longer pink; drain., Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. Combine the sauce ingredients; pour over meatballs. Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 565mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 17g protein.

LAMB MEATBALLS WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER AND FENNEL SAUCE



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Provided by Anne Burrell

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 meatballs; about 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon cumin seeds
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 bulb fennel, cored and diced, and 1/4 cup chopped fennel fronds, plus more for garnish
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
6 cloves garlic, minced
One 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 pound ground lamb
1/2 teaspoon fennel pollen
1 egg
1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

  • Add the cumin seeds to a large, dry saute pan. Turn on the heat to medium-low and toast, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, 5 minutes. Transfer to a spice grinder and process until finely ground. Add 2 tablespoons of the extra-virgin olive oil to the same saute pan and turn the heat to medium high. Add half the onion, 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the crushed red pepper. Saute until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add half the minced garlic and stir to combine. Cook until fragrant and softened, 3 minutes, then transfer to a heatproof bowl and set aside to cool. Save the pan to cook the meatballs in later.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil to a large, high-sided saute pan and heat over medium-high heat. Add the remaining diced onion, 1 teaspoon kosher salt and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper. Saute until translucent, 5 minutes. Add the fennel, bell pepper, the remaining minced garlic, the tomatoes and 1 cup water. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened, 10 to 15 minutes. Add the lemon zest and lemon juice and season with kosher salt to taste. Blend the sauce with an immersion blender until slightly smooth but there is still some texture.
  • To a large bowl, add the ground lamb, toasted ground cumin, fennel pollen, egg, breadcrumbs, parmesan, fennel fronds, the sauteed onion and garlic and 1/4 cup water and sprinkle with kosher salt. Mix with your hands to thoroughly combine.
  • Turn the saute pan back on to medium-high heat and add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Take a small amount of the meatball mixture and cook a tester patty to check for seasoning and adjust the remaining mixture with more salt if necessary.
  • Using a 1-ounce cookie scoop, portion the meatballs and roll into balls. Add to the saute pan and cook, turning occasionally until brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer the seared meatballs into the red pepper and fennel sauce and simmer until heated through, 10 minutes.
  • Transfer the meatballs to a serving dish and garnish with the reserved fennel fronds and goat cheese.

FAMOUS MEATBALLS



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These meatballs are a favorite for any occasion. I made 14 pounds of meatballs for my sister's graduation party and I only had 1 medium container left over. My mother made sloppy joes and needless to say they had a lot left over because everyone loved these meatballs. Guaranteed favorite!

Provided by loves2bake

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (13.25 ounce) can pineapple chunks in juice
1 green bell pepper, sliced
½ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 (3 pound) bag frozen cooked meatballs, thawed

Steps:

  • Pour pineapple chunks with juice into a saucepan. Stir green bell pepper, brown sugar, cornstarch, soy sauce, and lemon juice through the pineapple chunks until sugar and cornstarch dissolve.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 10 minutes.
  • Place meatballs into slow cooker crock; pour pineapple mixture over meatballs.
  • Cook on Medium for 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 611 calories, Carbohydrate 46.4 g, Cholesterol 188.5 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 38.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 587.1 mg, Sugar 27.5 g

SLOW-COOKER MEATBALLS WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER SAUCE



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Explore this appetizer with Italian appeal. Just 5 ingredients and 15 minutes and they're ready to simmer all day in the slow cooker.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 7h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 pounds frozen meatballs (from two 1-pound packages), thawed
1 jar (7.25 ounces) roasted red bell peppers, drained
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup Italian dressing
1 jar (26 ounces) marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Place meatballs in 3- to 4-quart slow cooker. Place bell peppers in blender; cover and blend until smooth. Add cheese and Italian dressing; cover and blend until mixed. Add marinara sauce; pulse until just blended. Pour sauce over meatballs.
  • Cover and cook on Low heat setting 6 to 7 hours.
  • Stir before serving. Meatballs will hold on Low heat setting up to 2 hours; stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

PORK MEATBALLS IN RED PEPPER SAUCE



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You can't beat a comforting bowl of spaghetti and meatballs, and this version is superhealthy too

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Pasta

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

450g pork mince
1 small apple , peeled, cored and grated
1 small garlic clove , crushed
25g fresh white breadcrumbs
1 tbsp olive oil
250g spaghetti , to serve
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion , finely chopped
400g can chopped tomato
3 roasted red peppers (from a jar), roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Put the pork mince in a bowl and stir in the apple, garlic, breadcrumbs and some salt and pepper. Shape the mixture into 16 balls, cover and chill for 10 mins.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce. Heat the oil in a medium saucepan and add the onion. Cook for 2-3 mins, until softened, then tip in the tomatoes and half a can of water. Stir in the peppers along with some salt and pepper. Partially cover and simmer for 15 mins.
  • Heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan and add the meatballs. Cook for 5-6 mins, stirring occasionally until they are browned all over. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Using a hand-held blender, whizz the tomato sauce until smooth. Carefully add the meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 5 mins, until cooked through. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti following pack instructions, drain, then divide between serving plates. Top with the meatballs and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 17 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 14 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 25 grams protein, Sodium 0.9 milligram of sodium

THE BEST MEATBALLS



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I never knew how to make good meatballs until I found this recipe. I normally make mine with just ground beef and they still taste great. I've used the combination of pork, beef and veal and they are equally good. Definitely use fresh bread crumbs and freshly grate your cheese instead of using the canned variety...it really does make a difference.

Provided by Geanine

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
½ pound ground veal
½ pound ground pork
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 eggs
1 cup freshly grated Romano cheese
1 ½ tablespoons chopped Italian flat leaf parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups stale Italian bread, crumbled
1 ½ cups lukewarm water
1 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine beef, veal, and pork in a large bowl. Add garlic, eggs, cheese, parsley, salt and pepper.
  • Blend bread crumbs into meat mixture. Slowly add the water 1/2 cup at a time. The mixture should be very moist but still hold its shape if rolled into meatballs. (I usually use about 1 1/4 cups of water). Shape into meatballs.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Fry meatballs in batches. When the meatball is very brown and slightly crisp remove from the heat and drain on a paper towel. (If your mixture is too wet, cover the meatballs while they are cooking so that they hold their shape better.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 613.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 148.6 mg, Fat 53.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 333.1 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground meats. This will give your meatballs a more complex flavor and texture. Ground beef, pork, and veal are all good choices.
  • Soak your bread in milk before adding it to the meatball mixture. This will help to bind the meatballs together and keep them moist.
  • Season your meatballs generously. Salt, pepper, garlic, and onion are all essential seasonings for meatballs.
  • Brown your meatballs in a pan before adding them to the sauce. This will help to develop their flavor and prevent them from falling apart.
  • Use a flavorful sauce for your meatballs. A good sauce will complement the flavors of the meatballs and make them even more delicious.
  • Serve your meatballs with a side of pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. This will make a complete and satisfying meal.

Conclusion:

Meatballs with pepper sauce is a classic dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With a few simple tips, you can make the best meatballs with pepper sauce that you've ever tasted. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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