Description
Delicious and versatile beer-braised beef bites, perfect for gatherings or as a hearty appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1/2 cup Beer (lager or stout)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Optional: Cheese for added creaminess (e.g., cheddar or gouda)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart until no pink remains.
- Drain excess fat and transfer the beef to a mixing bowl.
- Stir in the breadcrumbs, beer, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until thoroughly combined.
- If using cheese, fold it into the mixture now.
- Form the mixture into bite-sized pieces and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Allow the bites to cool briefly before serving.
Notes
These bites pair well with sauces like mustard or a creamy cheese dip. They also complement salads and grilled vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: beef bites, appetizers, party snacks, beer recipes, easy recipes