Smoked Stuffed Meatballs
Gather around a grill. And breathe in the aroma of Smoked Stuffed Meatballs. Promising a delicious bite. That feels like a warm embrace. This recipe combines the heartiness of ground beef and pork. With gooey mozzarella. All wrapped in a crust kissed by smoke. A delightful mix of textures. And flavors coated in a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce. That clings to each meatball like a memory. These meatballs aren't just food. They're balls of happiness. Spreading joy. And unity at every meal. Whether it is a family dinner. Or a casual get-together with friends. They showcase how simple ingredients. Can turn into something extraordinary.
12 Servings
Ingredients
Meatballs:
- 2 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 c Italian panko crumbs
- ½ c yellow onion chopped
- ⅓ c milk
- ½ c grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp Beef Seasoning
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 9 sticks mozzarella string cheese
BBQ Sauce:
- 1 c BBQ sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the smoker by heating it to 250°F.
- Combine all the ingredients for the meatballs in a bowl. Be careful not to overmix them.
- Let the mixture chill in the freezer for 15 minutes. To make shaping the meatballs easier.
- Cut each mozzarella stick into fifths.
- Shape the meatballs. By scooping out some of the mixture. Forming a ball. Creating an indent with your thumb. Inserting a piece of cheese and sealing it with meat.
- Arrange the meatballs on a wire rack in the smoker. Smoke them for 35 to 40 minutes.
- Create a glaze. By mixing BBQ sauce with honey and brown sugar. Brush this glaze onto the meatballs. And continue smoking for another 10 minutes. Or until they reach a temperature of 165°F.
- Enjoy your delicious smoked meatballs straight from the smoker.
Notes
To make these mouthwatering Smoked Stuffed Meatballs gluten-free. Without losing any of the deliciousness. Or happiness. Just switch out the panko crumbs for a gluten-free breadcrumb alternative you love. There are plenty of choices. Such as rice-based breadcrumbs or almond flour mixes. Each adds a texture. And flavor to your meatballs. Also, make sure your BBQ sauce. And beef seasoning are labeled gluten-free. To avoid any hidden gluten. That might be present in those products. By constructing these adjustments. You won't have to give up. On appreciating the smoky cheesy excellence of this dish.