Festive Cocktail Meatballs

These Festive Cocktail Meatballs are the ultimate party appetizer, combining savory ground beef with sweet, tangy pineapple. The mixture is bound with minute rice for a tender texture that holds up well in the rich sauce. Simmered in a blend of French dressing and soy sauce, they develop a glossy, sticky glaze that is irresistible. Ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or game day spreads, these bite-sized treats are easy to make in large batches. Serve them warm on toothpicks for a finger-food favorite that disappears quickly.

Cuisine: American

Courses: Appetisers

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 60

Calories: 553.6

Description

These Festive Cocktail Meatballs are the ultimate party appetizer, combining savory ground beef with sweet, tangy pineapple. The mixture is bound with minute rice for a tender texture that holds up well in the rich sauce. Simmered in a blend of French dressing and soy sauce, they develop a glossy, sticky glaze that is irresistible. Ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or game day spreads, these bite-sized treats are easy to make in large batches. Serve them warm on toothpicks for a finger-food favorite that disappears quickly.

Ingredients

1 1/2 pound Ground beef
1 cup MINUTE Rice
1 can (8oz) Crushed pineapple in

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 350&# 194;Â°F (175ÃÂ°C).
2
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, minute rice, beaten egg, finely shredded carrot, chopped onion, and ground ginger. Mix until just combined.
3
Roll the meat mixture into small, bite-sized balls (about 1 inch in diameter). Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until cooked through.
4
Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine the crushed pineapple with its juice, French dressing, and soy sauce.
5
Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
6
Add the baked meatballs to the simmering sauce. Gently stir to coat and simmer for 10 more minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
7
Serve warm, skewered with toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 60

Amount Per Serving
Calories 553.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.8g40%
Saturated Fat 10.3g52%
Cholesterol 132.8mg45%
Sodium 124.2mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 29.8g10%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g7%
Sugars 10.0g
Protein 46.4g93%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: meatballs, cocktail, pineapple, ground beef, appetizer, party food, holiday, glazed, sweet and savory, finger food, potluck, easy recipe, beef, soy sauce, rice, simmered, toothpick, snack, entertaining, classic

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