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Slow Cooker Korean Meatballs

Slow Cooker Korean Meatballs
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Slow Cooker Korean Meatballs, a perfect blend of sweet and spicy that will elevate any gathering. These tender meatballs are simmered in a rich sauce made from blackberry preserves and Gochujang, creating a dish that is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile. Serve them over fluffy rice, tuck them into lettuce wraps, or enjoy them as a standalone appetizer with toothpicks for easy snacking. With effortless preparation and make-ahead convenience, these meatballs are ideal for weeknight dinners or festive occasions like Game Day or New Year’s Eve. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this crowd-pleasing recipe!

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup crushed saltine crackers
  • 1/3 cup dry minced onion
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp ginger powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup blackberry preserves
  • 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Gochujang
  • 1/4 cup red apple vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp ginger powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and add ground beef, crushed crackers, minced onion, milk, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, ginger powder, and pepper. Mix well until combined.
  3. Roll the mixture into meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for about 8 minutes until lightly browned.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients: blackberry preserves, hoisin sauce, Gochujang, apple vinegar, soy sauce, cornstarch, garlic powder, ginger powder, onion powder, and pepper.
  5. Layer some sauce in the slow cooker bottom; add baked meatballs and drizzle additional sauce on top. Repeat layering until all meatballs are added.
  6. Cover and cook on low for about 2 hours; stir gently after one hour to combine flavors.

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