ADVERTISEMENT
In the tapestry of Midwestern cookery, where one dish leads to another as the stories of families intertwine, there comes a recipe that might sound a tad unconventional but is steeped in the fusion of traditions. Today, we’re melding the heartiness of Texas BBQ with the festive staple of tamales to create BBQ Glazed Texas Tamale Meatballs. This dish is a homage to community potlucks where the tables were as diverse as the folks who set them. Someone might want to make this to bring a twist to the dinner table, where the comforting flavors of well-seasoned meatballs are graced with a bold BBQ glaze, evoking the spirit of a Texas ranch gathering.
These tender morsels are perfect to serve alongside a fluffy cloud of mashed potatoes or a crisp coleslaw. If you're wanting to lean into the tamale aspect, why not serve these with a side of warm, buttered cornbread or a zesty black bean salad? And for an outdoor gathering, you can’t do better than a side of baked beans and some grilled corn on the cob.
BBQ Glazed Texas Tamale Meatballs
Servings: 4-6
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ pound ground pork
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg, beaten
- ½ cup Texas-style BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish (optional)
- Cooking oil (for frying)
Directions
ADVERTISEMENT
