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Grilled BBQ Meatballs

Looking for a scrumptious backyard BBQ party appetizer? These Grilled BBQ Meatballs are easy to make and will leave everyone complimenting your mad BBQ skills.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 18 meatballs

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp Code 3 Spices 5-0 Rub
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • Cherry wood chips (optional)
  • Code 3 Spices Patriot Sauce

Instructions

  • Place the panko breadcrumbs and milk in a medium bowl, and let them soak for five minutes. Add the beef, garlic, rub and salt. Mix with your hands and shape into 18 meatballs. Set in a dish and chill for 30 minutes while you heat your grill. 
  • Heat your grill with an indirect heat zone to 300F degrees. Add cherry wood chips for more flavor.
  • Place the meatballs on the grill, close the lid and grill for 30 minutes. 
  • Brush with BBQ sauce. Close the lid and grill for 15 minutes. Brush with more sauce. Close the lid and grill for 15 more minutes. 
  • Serve with bread, more sauce, onions and pickles.

Nutrition

Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 160mg | Potassium: 82mg | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 0.7mg