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Guinness Glazed Meatballs

irish appetizer
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Tender beef meatballs glazed with a rich, caramelized Guinness stout sauce.

The perfect Irish-inspired appetizer for parties or a delicious main dish option.

Sweet, savory and incredibly addictive!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended for juiciness)
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 12 oz Guinness stout
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon molasses (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon grainy mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Sliced green onions (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, diced onion, minced garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, Dijon mustard, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix gently using your hands until just combined.
  3. With slightly dampened hands, roll the mixture into approximately 24 meatballs, each about 1-inch in diameter. Place them evenly spaced on your prepared baking sheet.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine Guinness stout, brown sugar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, molasses (if using), grainy mustard, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let it cook for 10-12 minutes until reduced by about a third and slightly thickened.
  6. Brush or spoon about half of the glaze over the meatballs, ensuring each one gets a good coating.
  7. Place the glazed meatballs in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes.
  8. After 10 minutes, remove the meatballs from the oven, carefully turn them over, and brush with remaining glaze. Return to the oven for another 10-15 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of 160°F).
  9. Allow the meatballs to rest for 3-5 minutes after removing from the oven.
  10. Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, sliced green onions, and sesame seeds if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

For easier handling, chill the meatball mixture in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes before rolling.

Don’t overwork the meat mixture to keep the meatballs tender.

Reserve some glaze for dipping if desired.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

These meatballs freeze well for up to 3 months.

Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

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