Best 9 Spicy Meatballs With Sauce Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with our delectable Spicy Meatballs with Sauce, a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. These meatballs are crafted with a blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned to perfection with a captivating blend of spices. Immersed in a rich and tangy tomato sauce, they offer a perfect balance of heat and savoriness. Accompanying this main course are three additional recipes that elevate the dining experience. Indulge in a refreshing Cucumber Salad with a hint of dill, providing a crisp and cooling counterpoint to the meatballs. For a touch of creamy indulgence, prepare a velvety Garlic Mashed Potatoes, a classic side dish that complements the meatballs' robust flavors. And to satisfy your sweet cravings, whip up a batch of our luscious Chocolate Mousse, a decadent dessert that will leave you feeling utterly satisfied.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY MEATBALLS WITH SAUCE



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I rely on Italian sausage to make my meatballs. Not only do they taste great, but they also cook to perfection in the slow cooker along with a homemade sauce! -Rosanne Bergman, Alta Loma, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 egg, lightly beaten
3/4 cup crushed seasoned salad croutons
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground turkey
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
SAUCE:
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon sugar
3/4 cup beef broth
2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
3 medium carrots, diced
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 envelope onion soup mix
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Hot cooked pasta

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, croutons, onion, green pepper, garlic powder, cumin, oregano and pepper. Crumble turkey and sausage over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker., In a large bowl, combine the cornstarch, sugar and broth until smooth; stir in the tomatoes, carrots, tomato paste, soup mix, garlic, basil and pepper flakes. Pour over meatballs. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until meatballs are cooked through. Serve with pasta., Serve immediately or cool before placing in a freezer container. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months., To use frozen meatballs: Completely thaw in the refrigerator. Place meatballs in a large skillet; cover and cook for 10 minutes or until heated through. Serve with pasta.

Nutrition Facts :

SPICY SAUSAGE MEATBALL SAUCE



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I threw together three favorite veggies and spicy sausage for this incredible sauce that makes our mouths water the whole time it's cooking. Besides serving this with pasta (refrigerated tortellini is best), we've had it with brown basmati rice, as "sloppy subs" on toasted Italian rolls and as a "stew" with garlic bread. -Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h40m

Yield 12 servings (3-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
3/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
5 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 large sweet onion
1 large green pepper
1 medium sweet red pepper
1 medium sweet orange pepper
1 medium sweet yellow pepper
10 hot Italian sausage links (4 ounces each), casings removed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons canola oil
Hot cooked pasta

Steps:

  • Place first eight ingredients in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Chop onion and peppers; stir into tomato mixture., Shape sausage into 1-3/4-in. balls; roll in flour to coat lightly. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; cook meatballs in batches until lightly browned, 5-8 minutes, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels. Add to slow cooker, stirring gently into sauce., Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until meatballs are cooked through and vegetables are tender. Serve with pasta. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatball mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Place meatball mixture in a large skillet; heat through, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 984mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

PORK MEATBALLS WITH SPICY SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h40m

Yield 24 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, finely diced
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 pound ground pork shoulder
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
2 28-ounce cans whole San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand
2 pounds ground pork shoulder
Kosher salt
3 to 4 pickled hot cherry peppers, minced, plus 2 to 3 tablespoons pickling liquid from the jar
4 slices white bread, finely chopped
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Polenta, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Make the sauce: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and 2 teaspoons salt; cook, stirring, until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook, stirring, until the oil is red, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the pork and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the meat is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes and their juices and 1 cup water to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is reduced by one-third, about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, make the meatballs: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Mix the ground pork, 1 tablespoon salt, the cherry peppers and their pickling liquid, the bread and eggs with your hands until combined. Roll into 24 golf ball-size meatballs.
  • Coat a rimmed baking sheet with the olive oil, then put the meatballs on it and bake until firm and cooked through, about 14 minutes; let cool 5 minutes on the baking sheet.
  • Divide the meatballs among bowls and top with the sauce. Serve with polenta, if desired.

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

SMASH - SPICY PORK MEATBALLS WITH SPICY PORK SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds ground pork shoulder
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt
4 jarred pickled peppers, minced
2 large eggs
4 slices fresh white bread, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, finely diced
1 pound ground pork shoulder
2 teaspoons chilli flakes
2 teaspoons kosher salt or to taste
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Two 28-ounce cans whole plum tomatoes
12 brioche rolls, sliced in half
12 thick slices mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • For the meatballs, combine the pork, salt, pickled peppers, eggs and bread in a large bowl.
  • Using an ice cream scoop, scoop 24 meatballs onto a baking sheet greased with the olive oil and bake for 17 minutes.
  • For the sauce, heat the oil in a pan and add the onion, pork, chilli flakes, and salt and cook for 15 minutes. Add the tomato paste and plum tomatoes with their liquid and cook for an additional 30 to 40 minutes, crushing the plum tomatoes as the sauce cooks.
  • For each serving, toast a brioche roll, cut side up, under the broiler until golden brown, and ladle sauce over each half of the roll. Place a thick slice of mozzarella on the top half of the roll, and "smash" one meatball between a set of tongs and place it on the bottom half of the roll. Repeat with a second meatball. Melt the cheese under the broiler and serve.

SWEET AND SPICY MEATBALLS



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 30 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 14

Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking sheet and rack
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
One 4-ounce can diced hot jalapeños, drained
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 large egg
1 small onion, finely chopped
One 10-ounce jar pepper jelly, preferably Tabasco Mild Jalapeño Pepper Jelly
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup bloody mary mix
1/4 cup pomegranate juice
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Fit a baking sheet with a wire rack and lightly spray with cooking spray.
  • Place the ground beef and pork in a large bowl. Add the diced jalapeños, breadcrumbs, granulated garlic, egg, onion, 1 tablespoon pepper jelly and some salt and pepper and gently fold this mixture together.
  • Using a small scoop, roll a tablespoon of the meat mixture into a ball. Place on the prepared wire rack and repeat until all of the meat has been shaped into balls. Roast the meatballs until slightly browned, about 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the glaze. Combine the bloody mary mix, pomegranate juice, light brown sugar and remaining pepper jelly (about 3/4 cup) in a small saucepot. Boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the jelly has dissolved and the sauce has reduced slightly, about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and pour into a large mixing bowl to cool. (The glaze will thicken as it cools.)
  • Transfer the hot meatballs to the large bowl with the glaze and gently toss until evenly coated. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with the pomegranate seeds.

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.

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.

LAMB MEATBALLS WITH SPICY TOMATO CREAM SAUCE



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These flavorful meatballs are cooked with a spicy tomato cream sauce. It has a fairly nice kick to it without being over-spicy. Delicious served over rice. Would go well with a nice green veggie on the side! Reminds me of Swedish Meatballs, only better!

Provided by IHeartDogs

Categories     Curries

Time 40m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 lb ground lamb
1/4 cup unseasoned breadcrumbs
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup diced tomato
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/4 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 tablespoon flour

Steps:

  • For the meatballs, in a large bowl combine the lamb, breadcrumbs, egg, salt and garam masala and mix well-- use your hands, they work the best!
  • Roll the mixture into 1" meatballs.
  • You should gat about 16 or so.
  • In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, heat olive oil.
  • Add meatballs and fry until browned on all sides.
  • While the meatballs are browning, place tomatoes in a food processor and puree until smooth.
  • Remove meatballs from skillet, leaving drippings in the pan.
  • Set aside.
  • Reduce heat a little, and add the onion to the pan drippings and saute until softened.
  • Add more oil if needed.
  • Add the garlic and saute for 30 seconds.
  • Add the pureed tomatoes, curry powder, cayenne pepper and sugar.
  • Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to combine.
  • Add 1 cup of the chicken broth to the skillet.
  • Stir well and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add half and half, and cook for 3 minutes, stirring well to blend.
  • Mix remaining 1/4 cup chicken broth and flour in a small cup until smooth, and add to skillet.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, add meatballs, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 623.3, Fat 44.5, SaturatedFat 18.1, Cholesterol 198.3, Sodium 1278.1, Carbohydrate 24.8, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 7.8, Protein 29.8

Tips:

  • Use a variety of meats: This will give your meatballs a more complex flavor. Ground beef and pork are classic choices, but you can also use lamb, veal, or turkey.
  • Add some bread crumbs: This will help to bind the meatballs together and make them more tender.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing will make the meatballs tough.
  • Form the meatballs into small, even-sized balls: This will help them to cook evenly.
  • Brown the meatballs before simmering them in the sauce: This will give them a nice crust and help to keep them moist.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what will really make your meatballs shine. Choose a sauce that is tangy, spicy, or sweet, depending on your preference.
  • Serve the meatballs over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes: This will make a complete and satisfying meal.

Conclusion:

Spicy meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, or for a special occasion dinner. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a spicy meatball recipe that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give spicy meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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