Ingredients
- To prepare the Meatballs:
- A light mist of cooking spray
- 1/2 lb of ground chicken
- 1/2 lb of ground pork
- 1/2 cup of panko breadcrumbs
- 1 medium-sized egg
- A dash of sriracha sauce (about 1 tsp)
- A sprinkle of garlic powder (around 1 tsp)
- Some dried chives (approximately 1 tsp)
- Pinch of salt (1/2 tsp)
- Dash of ground black pepper (1/2 tsp)
- For the accompanying Sauce:
- 1/3 cup of creamy mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp of sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp of sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp of rice vinegar
- 1/2 a carrot, finely grated
- 2 tbsp of freshly chopped cilantro
- A bunch of 20 toothpicks
Step 1
To start this flavorful dish, preheat your oven to a toasty 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) and generously coat a baking sheet with nonstick spray.
Step 2
In a spacious mixing bowl, combine a delightful medley of chicken, pork, breadcrumbs, eggs, sriracha sauce, garlic powder, chives, salt, and pepper. Thoroughly blend these ingredients until harmoniously merged, then shape the mixture into 20 delightful meatballs and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 3
Slide the sheet into the preheated oven and bake the meatballs for an initial 8 minutes. Give them a gentle flip and continue baking until the centers are no longer pink, which should take about 6 minutes more.
Step 4
While the meatballs are baking to perfection, let's whip up a delectable sauce. In a separate large bowl, whisk together some creamy mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, a dash of sriracha sauce, and a splash of rice vinegar.
Step 5
Once the meatballs are cooked through, allow them to cool for a brief 2 minutes. Then, lovingly coat them in the tantalizing sauce, ensuring each meatball is thoroughly coated.
Step 6
For the final touch, arrange the saucy meatballs on a serving plate and adorn them with vibrant shavings of carrot and fragrant cilantro. To make them easy to enjoy, insert a toothpick into each meatball.
Step 7
Enjoy the savory and spicy goodness of these delectable meatballs, perfect for any gathering or as a tasty snack!
Extra Tips & Suggestions
- 1. Embrace the art of organization by dedicating a specific section in your pantry for Sriracha sauce and other key ingredients. This will make it easier to grab everything you need when you're ready to make these flavorful meatballs.
- 2. Utilize airtight containers to store the meatball mixture in the fridge before shaping and baking. This not only keeps the flavors intact but also allows for easy access whenever you're in the mood for a spicy snack.
