For a deeper flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sausage mixture for an extra kick. These meatballs can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before cooking. Allow them to come to room temperature slightly before frying. If you prefer a thicker glaze, simmer the remaining orange juice concentrate in a saucepan over medium heat until reduced by half before pouring over the meatballs in the slow cooker. Serve with toothpicks or small skewers for easy serving.
Easy Appetizer Meatballs
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS21
Transform the humble meatball into an addictive appetizer with this incredibly simple, yet surprisingly sophisticated recipe. The combination of savory pork and bright citrus creates a delightful sweet and savory glaze that will have your guests clamoring for more.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate8 g
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Cholesterol35 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein11 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium556 mg
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Sugar7 g
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Fat14 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepIn a large bowl, gently combine the ground pork sausage and spicy pork sausage using your hands until just mixed. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender. (5 minutes)
02
StepRoll the mixture into meatballs, about 1 tablespoon each. Aim for uniform size to ensure even cooking. (10 minutes)
03
StepHeat a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the meatballs in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 15 to 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). (20 minutes)
04
StepTransfer the cooked meatballs to a large bowl. Add half of the thawed orange juice concentrate and gently toss to coat. Add more orange juice concentrate as needed to completely coat each meatball with a glistening glaze. (5 minutes)
05
StepPlace the coated meatballs in a slow cooker. Pour the remaining orange juice concentrate over the meatballs. Set the slow cooker to Low to keep the meatballs warm and allow the glaze to further develop as they simmer until serving. (10 minutes)
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Sandrine Hoeger
Jun 21, 2025My family requests these meatballs for every party. They're always the first thing to disappear!
Lavonne Anderson
Jun 8, 2025These were so easy to make and everyone loved them! The orange juice glaze is genius.
Bertram Jerde
May 8, 2025I love how simple this recipe is, with only 3 ingredients!
Vergie Ratke
Apr 13, 2025I added a little bit of soy sauce to the orange juice for an extra umami flavor. They were a hit!