Spicy Meatloaf

Turn up the heat on a classic comfort food with this bold and flavorful Spicy Meatloaf recipe! Made with a juicy blend of 80/20 ground beef, fragrant spices like cayenne and paprika, and a tangy double-kick glaze featuring ketchup, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar, this meatloaf delivers the perfect balance of savory, smoky, and spicy notes. The addition of breadcrumbs, milk, and eggs ensures a tender texture, while finely diced onions and garlic infuse every bite with irresistible aromatics. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and baked to perfection in an hour, this tantalizing dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Slice it up and pair with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a hearty, satisfying meal. Prepare to savor the ultimate comfort food with a spicy twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easier cleanup.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, diced onion, minced garlic, milk, beaten eggs, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated without overmixing.

Step 3

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down gently to shape it evenly.

Step 4

In a small bowl, prepare the spicy glaze by combining the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of hot sauce. Mix well until smooth.

Step 5

Spread half of the glaze mixture evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 6

Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 50 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the meatloaf from the oven, spread the remaining glaze over the top, and return it to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 8

Once cooked, allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before slicing to let the juices redistribute.

Step 9

Slice the meatloaf and serve with your favorite sides such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1579.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3196.9

Total Fat 203.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1007.2mg	0%
Sodium 6486.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 60.4g
Protein 186.1g	0%

Vitamin D 189.9IU	0%
Calcium 503.7mg	0%
Iron 27.8mg	0%
Potassium 2545.2mg	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: 23.2%

Carbs: 19.8%