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Slow Cooker Korean Meatballs

Slow Cooker Korean Meatballs

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Slow Cooker Korean Meatballs are a must-try for anyone craving a deliciously sweet and spicy dish. These tender beef meatballs, cooked to perfection in a rich, flavorful sauce, are perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in. Just mix the ingredients, roll them into balls, and let your slow cooker do the magic. Serve them as an appetizer with toothpicks or over a bed of rice for a fulfilling meal. Whether you’re preparing for Game Day or entertaining friends, these meatballs are sure to impress.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup crushed saltine crackers
  • 1/3 cup dry minced onion
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp ginger powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup seedless blackberry preserves
  • 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Gochujang
  • 1/4 cup red apple vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp ginger powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and then mix in ground beef, crushed crackers, minced onion, milk, and seasonings until well combined.
  3. Roll into meatballs and place them on the baking sheet; bake for about 8 minutes until lightly browned.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together blackberry preserves, hoisin sauce, Gochujang, vinegar, soy sauce, cornstarch, ginger powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Layer some sauce at the bottom of the slow cooker; add baked meatballs with more sauce in between layers.
  6. Cover and cook on low for about 2 hours; stir gently halfway through.

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