Description
A cozy batch of Asian-style crockpot meatballs with a sweet-savory hoisin-honey glaze, perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 (20 oz) bag frozen meatballs (or 2 lb fresh homemade meatballs)
- 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or 1 clove minced garlic)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 1 teaspoon cold water (optional, for thickening)
- Garnish: diced green onions and toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Place the meatballs in a single layer in the crockpot, separating any clumped pieces if frozen.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy/tamari, honey, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the meatballs and gently toss to coat.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 1–2 hours or on LOW for 2–4 hours.
- For a thicker glaze, whisk cornstarch with cold water to make a slurry and stir it into the crockpot during the last 15–30 minutes of cooking.
- Once heated through, transfer to a serving dish and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
For gluten-free, use tamari in place of soy sauce and ensure hoisin is gluten-free. To adjust sweetness, modify honey and brown sugar to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian