Hello Fresh Firecracker Meatballs (Printable)
Sriracha-honey glazed meatballs with jasmine rice and crisp sautéed vegetables — bold weeknight comfort for four.
# Ingredient List:
→ Meatballs
01 - 1.1 pounds ground beef or pork, or a combination
02 - 1 large egg
03 - 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 2 scallions, finely sliced
06 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
07 - 1 teaspoon grated ginger
08 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Firecracker Sauce
09 - 3 tablespoons sriracha
10 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
11 - 2 tablespoons honey
12 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
13 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
14 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
→ Rice & Vegetables
15 - 1 1/4 cups jasmine rice
16 - 2 cups water
17 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
18 - 1 large carrot, julienned
19 - 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
20 - 3.5 ounces green beans, trimmed and halved
21 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
22 - Additional sliced scallions, for garnish
# Steps:
01 - Combine ground meat, egg, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, scallions, soy sauce, grated ginger, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Mix gently until ingredients are just incorporated.
02 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Form mixture into 16 to 20 uniform meatballs and arrange evenly on the baking sheet. Bake at 430°F for 18 to 20 minutes, turning halfway, until browned and cooked through.
03 - Rinse rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rice and water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 12 minutes. Remove from heat, keep covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together sriracha, mayonnaise, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until the sauce is homogeneous and smooth. Set aside.
05 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrot, bell pepper, and green beans. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender. Season lightly with salt.
06 - When meatballs are finished, transfer them to a bowl and toss gently with two-thirds of the firecracker sauce until evenly coated.
07 - Arrange jasmine rice on plates, top with firecracker meatballs, and serve sautéed vegetables on the side. Drizzle remaining sauce over meatballs. Garnish with sesame seeds and additional scallions.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You get that sweet-spicy glaze that leaves everyone reaching for seconds, even the ones who swear they 'don't like it too hot'.
- Perfect for busy evenings: the meatballs bake while rice simmers and veggies quick-sauté, so everything comes together with a minimum of fuss.
02 -
- Baking too long dries out the meatballs—a timer is your best ally.
- Letting the rice rest off the heat makes it fluffier than you think possible.
03 -
- Wetting your hands when shaping meatballs keeps them from sticking and helps them stay round.
- Tossing meatballs in the sauce while they’re still warm gets you the glossiest, stickiest glaze.