Caribbean Meatballs

Transport your taste buds to the tropics with these irresistible Caribbean Meatballs—an easy dinner idea bursting with island-inspired flavors. This recipe combines tender ground beef and pork with a medley of aromatic spices like allspice, paprika, and a touch of cayenne for a subtle kick. The highlight is the luscious pineapple glaze, made with a tantalizing mix of sweet pineapple juice, tangy ketchup, and brown sugar, thickened to perfection and caramelized around each golden meatball. Perfectly balanced with a squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, these saucy delights are ideal for serving as a party appetizer, a flavorful main over steamed rice, or a fun family meal. Ready in under an hour, Caribbean Meatballs bring bold, tropical flavors straight to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 250 grams ground pork
• 120 grams breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 2 stalks green onions, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon allspice
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 240 milliliters pineapple juice
• 3 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic, ginger, allspice, paprika, cayenne pepper, soy sauce, and lime juice. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 3

Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake the meatballs for 18-20 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.

Step 5

While the meatballs bake, prepare the Caribbean glaze. In a small saucepan, combine pineapple juice, ketchup, and brown sugar over medium heat. Stir well and bring to a simmer.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the saucepan while stirring continuously. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 7

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cooked meatballs to the skillet and pour the prepared glaze over them. Toss the meatballs gently to coat them evenly in the sauce.

Step 8

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize slightly around the meatballs.

Step 9

Transfer the meatballs to a serving dish, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve warm. Enjoy your Caribbean Meatballs!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1405.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2978.9

Total Fat 181.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.8g
Cholesterol 776.4mg	0%
Sodium 3878.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 69.5g
Protein 176.9g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 308.9mg	0%
Iron 19.0mg	0%
Potassium 1881.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.6%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 23.2%