Irresistible Asian Meatballs in Sweet Hoisin Sauce Bliss

These Asian Meatballs are a flavorful crowd-pleaser made with hoisin sauce, perfect for game days and gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 2

Total Time 2 10

Servings: 6 meatballs

Course: APPETIZERS

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meatballs

24 oz Frozen Meatballs Homestyle options absorb sauce better

For the Sauce

1 cup Hoisin Sauce Key ingredient for flavor
1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium is a lighter option
1/4 cup Honey For glaze's sticky texture
1 tbsp Rice Vinegar Balances the sauce
1 tbsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic enhances flavor
1 tbsp Brown Sugar Sweetens and thickens glaze

For Garnish

2 tbsp Green Onions Freshly chopped, optional but recommended
1 tbsp Sesame Seeds Adds texture and visual appeal

Equipment

Crockpot

Method

How to Make Asian Meatballs

Place frozen meatballs in the crockpot, arranging them evenly at the bottom.
Whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and brown sugar in a mixing bowl until well combined.
Pour the sauce over the meatballs, ensuring each one is fully coated.
Cover and cook on high for 1-2 hours or low for 2-4 hours, stirring occasionally.
Top meatballs with diced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with toothpicks for easy snacking at gatherings. Stir meatballs halfway through cooking for even sauce distribution. Use low-sodium soy sauce to manage saltiness, and ensure to add hoisin sauce for authentic taste.

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