Firecracker Meatball Recipe (Hello Fresh Copycat)

Closeup of Firecracker Meatballs with scallions in bowl.

5 from 42 votes

Firecracker Meatball Recipe (Hello Fresh Copycat)

Hello Fresh Firecracker Meatballs can be yours - without a subscription. These Asian inspired meatballs are made with all beef, loaded with flavor and baked to perfection in just 15 minutes. A quick an easy meal!

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Appetizer, Main Course, main dish

Cuisine: Asian

Servings:

Calories: 598kcal

Author: Sarah Jenkins

Ingredients

For The Firecracker Meatballs

20 oz ground beef (80/20)
2 tablespoon sesame seeds (divided)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon chopped ginger
2 tablespoon italian parsley, chopped
3 scallions (green onions - white and green parts separated)
2 tsp soy sauce (reduced sodium)
salt and black pepper to taste
2 teaspoon crushed chili flakes

For The Firecracker Meatball Sauce

4 tablespoon mayonnaise
4 teaspoon honey
2 teaspoon sriracha sauce
4 tablespoon sour cream
2 tsp soy sauce

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Add the ground beef, half the sesame seeds, garlic, panko bread crumbs, ginger, parsley, scallion whites, 2 teaspoon soy sauce, salt, pepper, and ½ teaspoon crushed chili flakes to a bowl.
Mix the beef mixture, then, using your hands, roll the meat into small balls, about 1 ½ inches in diameter. You should have enough to make roughly 20 meatballs.
Place the firecracker meatballs on the lined baking sheet, then place the sheet in the oven, on the top rack, and cook until the meatballs are fully cooked, about 15 minutes. (Flip them halfway through to get a nice even crust on both sides.)
While the meatballs are baking, make the sauce. Combine the mayonnaise, honey, sriracha, sour cream, and 2 teaspoon of soy sauce. Stir well to combine and set aside.
Remove the meatballs from the oven and toss them with the sauce, or serve the sauce on the side.
Serve meatballs with pita bread, over lettuce, with rice, or with a side of garlic green beans.

Notes

These Asain Meatballs are adapted slightly from and inspired by the popular Hello Fresh Firecracker Meatball Recipe.

Make-Ahead Instructions: Prepare the meatball mix and store it in a large, covered, airtight bowl or container in the fridge. When ready to make, form the firecracker beef mix into balls and bake as directed. (Do not store unbaked meatballs longer than 1-2 days)

Freezing Instructions: Baked firecracker meatballs may be stored without the sauce in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months. Allow the beef meatballs to cool completely before freezing.

Thawing: Thaw the firecracker meatballs overnight in the fridge and reheat in the microwave when ready to serve.

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