Share

~ Follow on Pinterest ~ ~ Follow on TikTok ~

Firecracker Meatballs are flavourful homemade ground beef meatballs with a bit of a kick from siracha sauce and red pepper flakes and topped with a sour cream and mayo based sauce.

---

---

Firecracker Meatballs are spicy meatballs that can be served as a party snack or served with rice and veggies to make a complete meal.

These tender beef meatballs are seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger and garlic.

This meatball recipe takes about an hour from start to finish and produces about 18 meatballs.

Printable Recipe Card with a Full List of Ingredients and Instructions is Located at the Bottom of the Post.

Be sure to read through the entire post so that you don’t miss out on any important tips and tricks!

To make this siracha meatballs, I started by greasing a large baking dish and setting it aside.

I dumped some ground beef, breadcrumbs, green onions, and minced garlic into a mixing bowl.

I used my hands to mix all of the ingredients together until well combined.

I shaped the meat mixture into balls and placed them in the prepared baking dish.

I poured soy sauce, Sriracha sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes into a mixing bowl.

I whisked the ingredients together well.

I brushed the meatballs generously with the sauce mixture.

I placed the dish in the oven and baked the meatballs until they were golden brown and cooked through.

While the meatballs were baking, I poured mayonnaise, sour cream, Sriracha sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and salt into a bowl.

I stirred the ingredients together until smooth and creamy.

I removed the meatballs from the oven and allowed them to rest for a few minutes.

I served my meatballs with cooked rice and green beans.

I drizzled some of the creamy sauce over the meatballs.

Then I sprinkled some chopped parsley and sesame seeds on top.

These spicy meatballs are a simple ground beef dinner dish.

If you are looking for a tasty meatball recipe with a bit of a kick, then you need to try these Firecracker Meatballs!

More Meatball Recipes You’ll Love…

PRINTABLE VERSION OF THE RECIPE CAN BE FOUND AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE

Ingredients You’ll Need to Make Firecracker Meatballs:

• 1 pound lean ground beef or chicken
• 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions (plus extra for garnish)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce (adjust to your spice preference)
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
• 1/4 cup sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Creamy Sauce

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

How to Make Firecracker Meatballs:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease a large baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, green onions, and minced garlic. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated (using your hands works best).
3. Shape the meat mixture into meatballs, approximately 1½ inches in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, Sriracha sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using). This will be the firecracker sauce, used for brushing the meatballs.
5. Brush each meatball generously with the firecracker sauce, coating them thoroughly. Reserve some sauce for later for dipping if you’d prefer that over the creamy sauce.
6. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
7. While the meatballs are baking, prepare the creamy sauce. In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, Sriracha sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and salt. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
8. Once the meatballs are cooked, you can serve them alongside the creamy sauce for dipping or drizzle the sauce over the meatballs before serving.
9. Garnish with chopped parsley, green onion, or sesame seeds, if desired, and enjoy the firecracker meatballs with the creamy sauce.

FAQS:

How should I store the Firecracker Meatballs? Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Although, these certainly taste best when they’re fresh!

Can I use a different type of meat? Yes, you can use ground turkey, pork, or a combination of meats according to your preference.

Can I make the sauce in advance? Yes, you can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to a week. Just give it a stir before serving.

This post contains affiliate links. Read our disclosure here.

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Share