Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsBlind Tiger Brewery & RestaurantSmoked Meatballs Recipe

Smoked Meatballs Recipe

Time2h
Serves4

Make Smoked Meatballs Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Meatballs

BBQ Sauce

Method

Meatballs Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Meatball Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, egg, salt, black pepper, and onion powder. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.

  2. 2

    Form Meatballs

    Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

BBQ Sauce Preparation

  1. 3

    Make the BBQ Sauce

    In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and bring to a simmer over medium heat.

  2. 4

    Cook the Sauce

    Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.

Smoking the Meatballs

  1. 5

    Preheat the Smoker

    Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).

  2. 6

    Smoke the Meatballs

    Place the prepared meatballs in the smoker and smoke for about 1 hour, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

  3. 7

    Glaze with BBQ Sauce

    During the last 10 minutes of smoking, brush the meatballs with the prepared BBQ sauce to glaze them.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve the Meatballs

    Remove the meatballs from the smoker and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve warm with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

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