Description
Sizzling with Caribbean flair, this tropical bbq meatball delight brings zesty pineapple and spicy jerk seasonings together. Grill masters and home cooks will savor these bold, tangy bites that transport palates to island paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 18 oz (510 g) barbecue sauce
- 32 oz (907 g) frozen meatballs
- 20 oz (567 g) canned pineapple chunks
- 1 sweet onion, cut into chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preparation: Generously coat the 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick spray to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Mixing: Gently combine all ingredients in the slow cooker, ensuring an even distribution of meatballs, sauces, and seasonings to create a harmonious flavor fusion.
- Cooking: Cover and set the slow cooker to low heat, allowing the meatballs to simmer and develop deep, rich flavors for 5 to 6 hours, transforming the ingredients into a mouthwatering tropical delicacy.
- Verification: Check that meatballs reach a safe internal temperature of 160°F (71°C), guaranteeing both food safety and optimal texture.
- Serving: Delicately transfer the succulent meatballs to a serving platter, letting excess sauce cascade back into the slow cooker, and pair with steamed white rice or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete and satisfying culinary experience.
Notes
- Prevent Sticking: Generously spray the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray to ensure easy cleanup and prevent meatballs from clinging to the sides.
- Blend Carefully: Gently mix ingredients to distribute seasonings evenly, creating a harmonious blend of tropical and BBQ flavors without breaking the meatballs.
- Check Temperature: Use a meat thermometer to confirm meatballs reach 160°F (71°C), guaranteeing both food safety and perfect texture.
- Serving Tip: Drain excess sauce before plating to maintain a beautiful presentation and prevent soggy sides when serving with rice or potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg