Description
Juicy BBQ meatball bite skewers cooked in the air fryer for a quick and tasty appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup grated onion
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1-inch in diameter.
- Place meatballs in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway.
- Brush meatballs with BBQ sauce and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Thread meatballs onto skewers and serve warm.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef for best results.
- Double the recipe for larger gatherings.
- For extra flavor, add a dash of smoked paprika to the meatball mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American