Basic Onion Bomb Recipe

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

3–4 large yellow or sweet onions

1 lb (450 g) ground beef or pork (or a mix)

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, etc.)

1 egg

1/4 cup chopped parsley or green onions

1–2 cloves garlic, minced

Salt & pepper to taste

BBQ seasoning (optional)

8–10 slices of bacon

BBQ sauce (optional)

 

Instructions:

1. Prep the Onions

Peel onions and cut them in half from top to bottom (stem to root).

Separate into layers—you’ll use the larger outer layers to form your “bomb shells.” Save the inner parts for another dish or chop them up for the filling.

2. Make the Filling

In a bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, cheese, egg, garlic, herbs, and seasoning. Mix well.

3. Assemble the Bombs

Take two similar-sized onion layers and stuff them with the meat mixture, then close them around the filling to form a ball.

4. Wrap in Bacon

Wrap each onion bomb with 2–3 slices of bacon, securing with toothpicks if needed.

5. Cook

Grill/Smoker: 350°F (175°C) for 45–60 minutes, or until internal temp is 165°F (74°C).

Oven: Same temp and time as above.

Brush with BBQ sauce during the last 10 minutes if desired.

6. Rest & Serve

Let rest for 5 minutes. Serve with extra BBQ sauce or your favorite