Perfect Meatloaf Recipe
Calories: 21
Adjust Servings Here: 8 servings
Description
This meatloaf blends ground beef and lamb with rich flavors from sautéed onions, garlic, and herbs, creating a hearty, flavorful dish. A tangy glaze, sriracha, and honey add the perfect finishing touch. Easy to make and full of comfort, it’s ideal for family dinners or leftovers.
Ingredients
For the meatloaf
- 2 large Eggs
- ½ cup (120 ml) Whole milk
- ¾ cup (80 g) Breadcrumbs
- 1½ lb (680 g) Ground beef
- ½ lb (226 g) Ground lamb or pork or additional ground beef
- 1 med Onion finely chopped
- 1 tsp Garlic powder or 2 large garlic cloves minced
- 1 ½ tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Ground black pepper
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- ¼ cup (15 g) Fresh parsley finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Sriracha
- 1 tbsp Mustard paste
Meatloaf sauce
- ½ cup (120 g) Ketchup
- 1 tbsp Sriracha
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Vinegar (apple cider or white vinegar)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare Breadcrumb Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the eggs, milk, and breadcrumbs. Stir to mix and set aside for 5 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to soak and soften.2 large Eggs, ½ cup Whole milk, ¾ cup Breadcrumbs
- Sauté the Onions: In a skillet, sauté the onion in a bit of oil over medium heat until softened and lightly golden, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.1 med Onion
- Prepare the Meatloaf Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, soaked breadcrumb mixture, sautéed onions, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, parsley, tomato paste, sriracha, and mustard paste. Mix well until everything is fully combined.1½ lb Ground beef, ½ lb Ground lamb or pork, 1 tsp Garlic powder, 1 ½ tsp Salt, 1 tsp Ground black pepper, 1 tsp Dried oregano, ¼ cup Fresh parsley, 2 tbsp Tomato paste, 1 tbsp Sriracha, 1 tbsp Mustard paste
- Shape and Bake: Press the meat mixture into the loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Place the loaf pan into the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the meatloaf is nearly cooked.
- Prepare the Meatloaf Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, sriracha, honey, vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir until smooth. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the prepared sauce evenly over the top of the meatloaf.½ cup Ketchup, 1 tbsp Sriracha, 2 tbsp Honey, 1 tbsp Vinegar , Salt and pepper
- Bake Again: Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce is set and the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest and Serve: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. This helps the juices redistribute and makes slicing easier. Cut into slices and serve warm.
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