Honey Ginger Asian Meatballs
These delightful meatballs blend sweet and savory flavors, capturing the spirit of fall. Perfect as a cozy dinner or hearty appetizer.
Ingredients
Meatball Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken or turkey You can substitute with ground beef or pork.
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs Ensure they are gluten-free if necessary.
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
Sauce Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce Or tamari for gluten-free.
- 1/4 cup honey Reduce for less sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- to taste Salt and pepper
Garnish
- to taste Sesame seeds
- to taste More green onions For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken or turkey, breadcrumbs, chopped green onions, grated ginger, minced garlic, and egg. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour about half of the honey-soy mixture into the meat mixture and stir until combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cooking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown.
- Once baked, drizzle the remaining honey-soy sauce over the meatballs before serving.
Notes
To avoid dry meatballs, mix ingredients gently and don’t overwork the meat. Serve with jasmine rice and steamed vegetables. Variations include using gluten-free ingredients and adding vegetables.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 20gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g
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