Best 6 Pork Meatballs With Apricot Glaze Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable pork meatballs glazed in a tantalizing apricot sauce. These tender and juicy meatballs, crafted with a harmonious blend of ground pork, aromatic herbs, and a touch of tangy Dijon mustard, are elevated to new heights with a luscious apricot glaze. This sweet and savory glaze, made with apricot preserves, honey, and a hint of balsamic vinegar, caramelizes beautifully in the oven, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Serve these meatballs as an impressive appetizer or main course, accompanied by a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes. This recipe also includes variations for cooking the meatballs in a slow cooker or air fryer, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this delightful dish regardless of their cooking preferences. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our pork meatballs with apricot glaze, a dish that promises to be a hit with family and friends alike.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

3-INGREDIENT APRICOT GLAZED PARTY MEATBALLS



3-Ingredient Apricot Glazed Party Meatballs image

These weet & savory meatballs are always a hit!!!

Categories     Appetizers

Time 4h10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds (2 bags) frozen meatballs*
2 1/4 cup apricot preserves
12 ounces (1 bottle) chili sauce
hot chili flakes, optional

Steps:

  • Spray slow cooker with cooking spray; turn to low.
  • In small bowl, mix apricot preserves and chili sauce until well blended.
  • Pour meatballs into slow cooker.
  • Pour sauce over meatballs; stir until well coated.
  • Cover; cook on low for 4 hours.
  • Keep warm in slow cooker.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Carbohydrate 37 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 4 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 2 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 474 grams sodium, Sugar 25 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 1 grams unsaturated fat

APRICOT-GLAZED PORK TENDERLOIN



Apricot-Glazed Pork Tenderloin image

A simple apricot glaze made with preserves lends a delightful zest to this tender pork. It's so fuss-free and delicious, you'll make it again and again. -Crystal Holsinger, Surprise, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup apricot preserves
3 tablespoons sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Place pork on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Combine the oil, salt and pepper; rub over pork., Bake at 425° for 10 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; spoon over pork. Bake 10-17 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 145°, basting occasionally with pan juices. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 338mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PORK MEATBALLS



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This recipe is one of my favorites. My mom used to make the moist, flavorful meatballs often, and they were part of our traditional dinner on Shrove Tuesday, served with homemade gnocchi. -Joan Newberry, Indiana, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg, lightly beaten
1 slice bread, crumbled
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 pound ground pork
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble meat over mixture and mix well. Shape into ten 2-in. balls. , In a saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Place meatballs in the broth. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Turn the meatballs; cook 15 minutes long or until a thermometer reads 160°. Remove with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Fat 33g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 235mg cholesterol, Sodium 1731mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 43g protein.

ASIAN-INSPIRED PORK AND RICE MEATBALLS WITH APRICOT GLAZE



Asian-Inspired Pork and Rice Meatballs with Apricot Glaze image

A little bit sweet, a little bit spicy, these meatballs and glaze make a great appetizer that is good warm or at room temperature.

Provided by Bibi

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 ¼ pounds ground pork
1 cup cooked rice
⅓ cup minced red onion
⅓ cup diced dried apricots
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon white pepper
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
1 ½ cups apricot preserves
⅓ cup hoisin sauce
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce
1 medium lime, juiced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a 12x18-inch baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  • Combine pork, cooked rice, onion, apricots, vinegar, sesame oil, coriander, salt, pepper, and pepper flakes in a medium mixing bowl; mix until well blended. Form into 24 meatballs, each about 1 1/2 inch in diameter. Place meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 30 to 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).
  • Remove meatballs from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt apricot preserves in a small saucepan over medium heat, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in hoisin sauce, ginger, chili-garlic sauce, and lime juice.
  • Place meatballs in a serving dish and pour glaze over top. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 386.4 mg, Sugar 21.5 g

APRICOT-GLAZED PORK MEDALLIONS



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound pork tenderloin, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch thick rounds
Salt
Ground black pepper
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 1/4 cups apricot preserves
1/4 cup tamari sauce
1 tablespoon chopped pickled ginger

Steps:

  • Season both sides of pork with salt and black pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork and sear 2 minutes per side. Add apricot preserves, tamari sauce and ginger and bring to a simmer. Simmer 5 minutes, until pork is cooked through and sauce reduces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calorie, Fat 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 74 milligrams, Sodium 1152 milligrams, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Protein 26 grams

APRICOT PORK MEDALLIONS



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There's nothing we love more than a great pork dish for supper in our house and this recipe is up there with the best of them. I find that apricot preserves gives the pork just the right amount of sweetness without being cloying. -Crystal Bruns, Iliff, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut into eight slices
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon butter, divided
1/2 cup apricot preserves
2 green onions, sliced
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • Pound pork slices with a meat mallet to 1/2-in. thickness. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Brown pork on each side. Remove pork from pan, reserving drippings., Add preserves, green onions, vinegar, mustard and remaining butter to pan; bring just to a boil, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 3-4 minutes to allow flavors to blend., Return pork to pan; cook until pork is tender. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 89mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a combination of ground pork and ground beef.
  • Season the meatballs generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Use a light touch when mixing the meatballs, to avoid toughening them.
  • Brown the meatballs in a skillet before baking them, to help keep them moist.
  • Make the apricot glaze while the meatballs are baking, so that it has time to thicken.
  • Brush the meatballs with the apricot glaze several times during the baking process, to keep them moist and flavorful.
  • Serve the meatballs hot, over rice or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

These pork meatballs with apricot glaze are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The meatballs are moist and flavorful, and the apricot glaze adds a sweet and tangy flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you serve them over rice, mashed potatoes, or your favorite pasta, these meatballs are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal that is sure to impress, give these pork meatballs with apricot glaze a try!

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