Spicy Meatballs with Savoury Jam

Get ready to elevate your next meal with these irresistible Spicy Meatballs with Savoury Jam—a bold and flavorful dish that combines tender, perfectly seasoned meatballs and a rich, tangy-sweet onion jam. Made with a blend of ground beef and pork, spiced with red chili flakes, cumin, and paprika, these meatballs are seared to golden perfection before simmering in a luscious sauce crafted from balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and tomato paste. The sweet-savory jam clings to the meatballs, delivering a satisfying burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for entertaining or a cozy dinner at home, these meatballs shine as a main course when paired with crusty bread, creamy mashed potatoes, or fluffy rice. With just 20 minutes of prep and a handful of pantry staples, this unique recipe is a gourmet-grade crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make any night of the week.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground beef
• 250 g Ground pork
• 100 g Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 3 large Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp Red chili flakes
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1.5 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 medium Red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
• 3 tbsp Brown sugar
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 120 ml Water
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, red chili flakes, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well until fully combined.

Step 2

Using your hands, shape the mixture into small meatballs, roughly 2-3 cm in diameter, and set aside.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove the meatballs and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped red onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, tomato paste, and water. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture begins to thicken slightly.

Step 6

Return the meatballs to the skillet, ensuring they are coated with the savoury jam. Lower the heat to a simmer, cover the skillet, and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are fully cooked and the sauce has thickened to a jam-like consistency.

Step 7

Garnish the meatballs with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. They pair beautifully with crusty bread, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1295.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2840.3

Total Fat 183.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 798.5mg	0%
Sodium 5800.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 47.4g
Protein 174.2g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 339.9mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 2116.7mg	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: 57.0%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 18.9%