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Asian Crockpot Meatballs Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

This Asian Crockpot Meatballs recipe delivers tender, flavorful meatballs slow-cooked in a sweet and savory hoisin-based sauce. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or party appetizer, these meatballs are coated with a delicious glaze featuring soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and a hint of garlic, finished with fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds for an authentic Asian touch.

Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 1 (20 oz) bag frozen meatballs (or homemade meatballs)

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Garnish

  • Green onions, diced
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Add Meatballs: Place the frozen or homemade meatballs into the crockpot, spreading them evenly to prepare for the sauce.
  2. Make Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and brown sugar. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated creating a flavorful glaze.
  3. Coat Meatballs: Pour the prepared sauce over the meatballs in the crockpot and toss gently to ensure all meatballs are evenly coated with the sauce.
  4. Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on high for 1 to 2 hours or on low for 2 to 4 hours. Stir occasionally throughout cooking to redistribute the sauce and prevent sticking, allowing flavors to meld and meatballs to become tender.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Once cooking is complete, sprinkle the meatballs with diced green onions and sesame seeds before serving for added freshness and crunch.

Notes

  • You can use homemade meatballs as a substitute for frozen for a fresher taste.
  • Adjust honey or brown sugar to control sweetness level of the sauce.
  • Serve meatballs over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
  • Stirring occasionally during cook time prevents sauce from settling and keeps meatballs moist.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days and reheated gently.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Find it online: https://eatwithdiane.com/asian-crockpot-meatballs-recipe/