Honey Garlic Meatballs
These Honey Garlic Meatballs are an easy and delicious dish, perfect for gatherings or a comforting meal at home. The sweet and savory sauce makes them irresistible.
Ingredients
For the sauce
- ½ cup ketchup Use your favorite brand.
- ⅓ cup honey Adjust based on desired sweetness.
- ¼ cup brown sugar Brown sugar can also be adjusted for sweetness.
- 2-3 Tablespoons soy sauce Use low sodium if preferred.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is preferred for flavor.
Main ingredients
- 1 32-ounce bag frozen fully cooked meatballs (about 50) You can use homemade meatballs if preferred.
- to taste garlic salt & pepper Adjust according to your taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl or the base of a slow cooker, combine the ketchup, honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
- Add the frozen meatballs to the mixture and stir until they are well coated in the sauce.
- Add a pinch of garlic salt and pepper on top, if desired.
Cooking
- Cook on high for 2 to 3 hours or low for 3 to 4 hours.
- When done, turn the slow cooker to warm until you are ready to serve.
Serving
- Season to taste and enjoy as an appetizer or serve over rice, topped with green onions for a main dish.
Notes
You can add sesame seeds for flavor. Adjust sweetness as per taste. For variations, swap meatballs for grilled chicken or tofu, and add chili sauce for heat.