5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Guava BBQ Meatballs Recipe
Introduction
These 5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Guava BBQ Meatballs are a delicious and effortless appetizer or meal addition. Combining sweet guava jelly with savory barbecue sauce and a hint of miso, they offer a unique flavor that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 (20-ounce) bags fully-cooked frozen meatballs
- 1 (17-ounce) jar guava jelly
- 1 (18-ounce) bottle barbecue sauce
- ¼ cup white miso paste
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, smooth or whole grain
Instructions
- Step 1: Add the frozen meatballs, guava jelly, barbecue sauce, miso paste, and Dijon mustard into the slow cooker. Gently mix all the ingredients together until well combined. It’s okay if the mixture isn’t completely smooth, as it will blend during cooking.
- Step 2: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours. Stir the meatballs every couple of hours to ensure even cooking and coating.
- Step 3: Keep the meatballs covered and on the warm setting until ready to serve. Enjoy them as a tasty appetizer or serve alongside rice and chopped mango for a tropical twist.
Tips & Variations
- For extra depth, try adding a splash of soy sauce or hot sauce before cooking.
- Substitute white miso paste with yellow miso if that’s what you have on hand; it will slightly change the flavor but still work well.
- Serve with sliced green onions or cilantro for a fresh garnish.
- If you don’t have a slow cooker, simmer the mixture gently on the stovetop for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Storage
Store leftover meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a saucepan over low heat, adding a splash of water if the sauce has thickened too much.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use homemade meatballs instead of frozen?
Yes, homemade meatballs can be used. Just ensure they are fully cooked before adding to the slow cooker to allow the flavors to meld without undercooking.
Is this recipe suitable for slow cookers of all sizes?
Yes, but adjust the quantity of ingredients accordingly if using a smaller slow cooker to avoid overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
Print5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Guava BBQ Meatballs Recipe
These 5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Guava BBQ Meatballs feature tender fully-cooked meatballs simmered in a flavorful and tangy guava jelly and barbecue sauce blend, enhanced with white miso paste and Dijon mustard. Perfect as a hors d’oeuvre or paired with tropical sides, they offer a simple yet impressively delicious dish with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 to 4 hours on high or 6 to 8 hours on low
- Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes to 8 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 2 (20-ounce) bags fully-cooked frozen meatballs
Sauce Mixture
- 1 (17-ounce) jar guava jelly
- 1 (18-ounce) bottle barbecue sauce
- ¼ cup white miso paste
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (smooth or whole grain)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the frozen fully-cooked meatballs, guava jelly, barbecue sauce, white miso paste, and Dijon mustard into the slow cooker vessel. Gently mix all ingredients until they are mostly combined; the flavors will continue to meld as the dish cooks.
- Cook in Slow Cooker: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook the mixture on high heat for 3 to 4 hours or on low heat for 6 to 8 hours. Stir the meatballs every couple of hours to help them evenly absorb the sauce and cook through.
- Keep Warm and Serve: After cooking, keep the meatballs covered and on the ‘warm’ setting in the slow cooker until ready to serve. Serve the saucy guava BBQ meatballs as an appetizer or alongside your favorite sides such as rice with chopped mango for a refreshing tropical touch. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use fully-cooked frozen meatballs to save time and ensure proper cooking.
- Stirring every few hours helps distribute the sauce flavor and prevents sticking.
- For an extra tropical twist, serve with rice and fresh chopped mango.
- If preferred, adjust cooking time depending on slow cooker wattage and model.
- The guava jelly provides natural sweetness balanced by tangy barbecue sauce and savory miso paste.
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