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Pepper Pot Meatballs

Pepper Pot Meatballs: Amazing 15-Minute Recipe

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  • Author: Manar Jota
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Unspecified

Description

These Dr Pepper Instant Pot Meatballs offer a delightful fusion of sweet and savory tastes. The Dr Pepper soda imparts a unique caramelized flavor to the sauce, resulting in exceptionally tender and flavorful meatballs. They are ideal for serving over rice, mashed potatoes, or enjoying on their own with crusty bread for soaking up the delicious sauce. The Instant Pot ensures this recipe is fast and simple, allowing you to enjoy a hearty meal without extensive preparation.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 cup Dr Pepper soda
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and dried oregano. Mix until well combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  3. Set the Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode and add a little oil. Brown the meatballs in batches, ensuring they are lightly golden on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  4. Once all the meatballs are browned, add Dr Pepper, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar to the Instant Pot. Stir to combine.
  5. Add the meatballs back into the sauce, ensuring they are submerged.
  6. Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to “Manual” for 10 minutes.
  7. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes, then manually release the remaining pressure.
  8. Serve the meatballs hot, drizzling extra sauce from the pot over them.

Notes

  • The Dr Pepper adds a unique caramelized sweetness that pairs well with the savory sauces.
  • The Instant Pot makes this recipe quick and tenderizes the meatballs effectively.
  • These meatballs are versatile and can be served as an appetizer or a main dish.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 4 meatballs)
  • Calories: 310 kcal
  • Sugar: Unspecified
  • Sodium: Unspecified
  • Fat: Unspecified
  • Saturated Fat: Unspecified
  • Unsaturated Fat: Unspecified
  • Trans Fat: Unspecified
  • Carbohydrates: Unspecified
  • Fiber: Unspecified
  • Protein: Unspecified
  • Cholesterol: Unspecified

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