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Ultimate Red Devil Cocktail Meatballs Recipe

Ultimate Red Devil Cocktail Meatballs

Spicy and tangy cocktail meatballs in a fiery red sauce perfect for parties and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Quick & Easy Meals
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds frozen pre-cooked meatballs
  • 1 cup chili sauce
  • 1 cup grape jelly
  • 3 tablespoons hot sauce adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for extra heat
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large saucepan or skillet, combine chili sauce, grape jelly, hot sauce, sriracha, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Stir well over medium heat until the jelly melts completely and the sauce is smooth.
  2. Add the frozen meatballs to the sauce and stir gently to coat all meatballs evenly with the red devil sauce.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  4. Taste the sauce and adjust the heat level by adding more hot sauce or sriracha if desired. The sauce should be spicy, tangy, and slightly sweet.
  5. Transfer the meatballs to a serving dish or slow cooker set on warm. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with toothpicks for easy appetizer serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 22gFat: 16gSodium: 1240mgFiber: 2g

Notes

For a sweeter version, increase the grape jelly to 1.5 cups. These meatballs can be kept warm in a slow cooker on low setting for up to 2 hours, making them perfect for parties. Make ahead tip: prepare the sauce the day before and refrigerate, then simply reheat and add meatballs when ready to serve.

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