Spicy Sriracha Honey Meatballs

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These juicy meatballs combine ground beef and pork, seasoned with garlic, green onions, and soy sauce. Baked until golden, they're tossed in a glossy glaze made from honey, sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and butter. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and sliced green onions, they offer a sweet-spicy balance ideal for appetizers or party servings. Adjust heat by varying sriracha, or serve alongside steamed jasmine rice for a fuller dish.

Updated on Sat, 13 Dec 2025 15:27:00 GMT
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Juicy meatballs glazed with a sweet and spicy sriracha-honey sauce, perfect as crowd-pleasing appetizers or party bites.

Ingredients

  • Meatballs: 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork), 1/3 cup (40 g) breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, 2 tbsp milk, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 green onions, finely chopped, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • Sriracha Honey Glaze: 1/3 cup (110 g) honey, 3 tbsp sriracha sauce (adjust to heat preference), 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • Garnish: 1 tbsp sesame seeds, 1 green onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

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Step 1:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2:
In a large bowl, combine all meatball ingredients. Mix gently until just combined do not overmix.
Step 3:
Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 4:
Bake for 15–18 minutes or until cooked through and lightly browned.
Step 5:
Meanwhile, prepare the glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, sriracha, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Bring to a simmer and cook 2–3 minutes, stirring, until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in butter until melted and glossy.
Step 6:
Transfer baked meatballs to a large bowl. Pour glaze over and toss gently to coat.
Step 7:
Arrange meatballs on a serving platter. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve warm, with toothpicks if desired.
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These spicy sriracha honey meatballs offer a perfect balance of heat and sweetness that everyone will enjoy.

Questions & Answers

How can I adjust the spice level?

Reduce the amount of sriracha in the glaze or increase the honey to balance the heat with sweetness.

Can I use other meats besides beef?

Yes, ground turkey or chicken can be used for a lighter flavor while maintaining moisture with egg and milk.

What is the best way to bake the meatballs evenly?

Roll meatballs to uniform size and bake on a parchment-lined sheet at 400°F until lightly browned and cooked through, about 15–18 minutes.

How do I make the glaze glossy and well-coated?

After simmering the honey, sriracha, soy sauce, and vinegar, stir in butter off heat to create a smooth, shiny glaze.

Are there gluten-free options for this dish?

Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and tamari sauce instead of regular soy sauce to accommodate gluten sensitivities.

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Spicy Sriracha Honey Meatballs

Juicy meatballs coated in a spicy honey sriracha glaze with sesame and green onion garnish.

Prep duration
20 minutes
Cook duration
20 minutes
Overall time
40 minutes
Recipe by Nexus Fork Wyatt Evans


Skill level Easy

Cuisine type American-Asian Fusion

Portions 6 Number of servings

Diet preferences None specified

Ingredient list

Meatballs

01 1 lb ground beef (450 g)
02 1/3 cup breadcrumbs (40 g)
03 1 large egg
04 2 tbsp milk
05 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 2 green onions, finely chopped
07 1 tbsp soy sauce
08 1/2 tsp salt
09 1/4 tsp black pepper
10 1/2 tsp ground ginger

Sriracha Honey Glaze

01 1/3 cup honey (110 g)
02 3 tbsp sriracha sauce
03 2 tbsp soy sauce
04 1 tbsp rice vinegar
05 1 tbsp unsalted butter

Garnish

01 1 tbsp sesame seeds
02 1 green onion, thinly sliced

Step-by-step guide

Step 01

Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 02

Prepare meatball mixture: Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, garlic, green onions, soy sauce, salt, black pepper, and ground ginger in a large bowl. Mix gently until just combined.

Step 03

Shape meatballs: Form mixture into 1-inch diameter balls and place evenly on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 04

Bake meatballs: Bake meatballs for 15 to 18 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned.

Step 05

Prepare glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, sriracha, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened, then remove from heat and stir in butter until melted and glossy.

Step 06

Coat meatballs with glaze: Transfer cooked meatballs to a large bowl, pour glaze over them, and toss gently to coat evenly.

Step 07

Garnish and serve: Arrange glazed meatballs on a serving platter. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve warm.

Equipment you'll need

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring spoons and cups

Allergy notes

Look at every ingredient for allergens and get help from a medical expert if unsure.
  • Contains egg, soy, wheat (from breadcrumbs and soy sauce), and dairy (butter, milk). For gluten-free preparation, substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs and tamari.

Nutrition details (per serving)

For informational purposes only. Always check with your healthcare provider.
  • Calorie count: 55
  • Total fat: 2.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 4.5 g
  • Proteins: 3.5 g