Name: Crockpot Mississippi Meatballs With Pomegranate Chipotle Glaze
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: PT-494299H59M50S
Total time: PT-494299H59M50S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 500g (1.1lb) Ground Beef: Halal or 80/20 blend for tenderness; 0.5cup (60g) Panko Breadcrumbs: For a light and airy texture; 0.25cup (30g) Onion, Finely Chopped: Yellow or white onion; 1 clove Garlic, Minced: Freshly minced; 1 large Egg, Lightly Beaten: As a binder; 1tsp (5g) Smoked Paprika: Adds smoky depth; 1tsp (5g) Ground Cumin: Warm, earthy flavor; 0.5tsp (2.5g) Black Pepper: Freshly ground; 0.5tsp (2.5g) Salt: For seasoning; 0.5cup (120ml) Ketchup: Glaze base; 0.25cup (60ml) Pomegranate Molasses: Tangy-sweet flavor; 2tbsp (30ml) Apple Cider Vinegar: Balances sweetness; 2tbsp (30g) Brown Sugar: Caramel-like sweetness; 1tbsp (15ml) Low-Sodium Soy Sauce: Adds umami; 1tsp (5g) Chipotle Powder: Smoky heat; 1tsp (5ml) Vegetarian Worcestershire Sauce: Complex savory flavor; 0.25tsp (1g) Garlic Powder: Enhances garlic flavor; 1tbsp (15g) Toasted Sesame Seeds: Nutty flavor and garnish; Fresh Cilantro Leaves, Torn (optional): Bright, herbaceous garnish

Description

These Crockpot Mississippi Meatballs offer a sweet and smoky flavor with a pomegranate chipotle glaze, perfect for easy weeknight meals or gatherings. The unique glaze balances tanginess and heat for an unforgettable dish.

Ingredients

Scale

500g (1.1lb) Ground Beef: Halal or 80/20 blend for tenderness
0.5cup (60g) Panko Breadcrumbs: For a light and airy texture
0.25cup (30g) Onion, Finely Chopped: Yellow or white onion
1 clove Garlic, Minced: Freshly minced
1 large Egg, Lightly Beaten: As a binder
1tsp (5g) Smoked Paprika: Adds smoky depth
1tsp (5g) Ground Cumin: Warm, earthy flavor
0.5tsp (2.5g) Black Pepper: Freshly ground
0.5tsp (2.5g) Salt: For seasoning
0.5cup (120ml) Ketchup: Glaze base
0.25cup (60ml) Pomegranate Molasses: Tangy-sweet flavor
2tbsp (30ml) Apple Cider Vinegar: Balances sweetness
2tbsp (30g) Brown Sugar: Caramel-like sweetness
1tbsp (15ml) Low-Sodium Soy Sauce: Adds umami
1tsp (5g) Chipotle Powder: Smoky heat
1tsp (5ml) Vegetarian Worcestershire Sauce: Complex savory flavor
0.25tsp (1g) Garlic Powder: Enhances garlic flavor
1tbsp (15g) Toasted Sesame Seeds: Nutty flavor and garnish
Fresh Cilantro Leaves, Torn (optional): Bright, herbaceous garnish

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Instructions

Combine Meatball Ingredients: Gently mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, paprika, cumin, pepper, and salt. Avoid overmixing.
Shape Meatballs: Roll mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs (about 20).
Layer in Crockpot: Place meatballs in a 4-quart Crockpot.
Prepare Glaze: Whisk together ketchup, pomegranate molasses, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, chipotle powder, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder.
Coat Meatballs: Pour glaze over meatballs and gently toss to coat.
Crockpot Cook: Cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or HIGH for 3 hours (internal temp 71°C/160°F).
Stir and Glaze: Stir and re-coat during the last 30 minutes.
Rest and Serve: Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Plate and Garnish: Transfer to a plate, spoon over glaze, and garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro.

Notes

For best results, use fresh meatballs. Adjust chipotle powder to your spice preference.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 3-6 hours
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 meatball
Calories: 250 kcal
Sugar: 15 g
Sodium: 300 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 15 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg