Would you like to serve a crowd-pleasing appetizer that is packed with flavor and easy to prepare? It is ideal to serve meatball skewers. Not only are these savory bites delicious, but they are also visually appealing, making them an excellent addition to any gathering. Here is a complete recipe and cooking guide about meatball skewer appetizers.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water
For the Sauce
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the meat mixture by mixing the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Combine all ingredients and mix well.
- Using a small amount of the mixture, form bite-sized meatballs. Continue until all the mixture has been used.
- Using a grill pan or a stovetop grill, preheat your grill over medium heat.
- Using soaked wooden skewers, thread the meatballs, leaving a small space between each.
- Prepare the sauce by mixing the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl.
- Grill the meatballs for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and the outside has a nice char.
- Make sure the meatball skewers are evenly coated with the prepared sauce during the last few minutes of grilling.
- Let the meatballs rest for a few minutes after they have been cooked.
- Serve the meatballs on skewers and garnish with additional chopped parsley, if desired.
- It is recommended that you serve the meatball skewer appetizers warm with extra sauce on the side.