BBQ Meatball Hoagie

This BBQ Meatball Hoagie layers juicy classic meatballs with smoky BBQ sauce and a tangy cabbage slaw inside a toasted hoagie roll. Easy to prepare and full of bold flavors, it’s perfect for lunch, casual dinners, or serving at parties.

Recipe Information

Total Time:

Yield:

4 servings

Ingredients

16 cooked Classic Meatballs

½ (18- to 20-ounce) bottle smoky BBQ sauce

4 hoagie rolls, split

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 cups coarsely shredded green cabbage

1 small red onion, cut into slivers

2 pickled banana peppers, cut into rings*

¼ cup banana pepper brine

1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped; for garnish*

Directions

Preheat broiler to HIGH. In a medium saucepan, combine cooked meatballs and BBQ sauce. Cook over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
Brush cut sides of rolls with olive oil. Place on baking sheet, cut sides up. Broil 6 inches from heat for 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly toasted.
In a medium bowl, combine cabbage, red onion, banana peppers and brine; toss to coat.
Spoon cabbage mixture onto rolls. Top with meatballs and BBQ sauce. Garnish with jalapeño pepper, if desired.

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*Note: Chile peppers contain volatile oils that can burn your skin and eyes. When working with hot peppers, wear protective gloves.