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Asian Glazed Turkey Meatballs: A Sweet and Savory Delight

Juicy and flavorful turkey meatballs coated in asweet and savory Asian glaze made with soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger.Perfect for an appetizer or a main course!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Asian-Inspired
Servings 4
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground turkey or substitute with ground chicken, pork, or beef
  • ⅓ cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon of freshly grated ginger or ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2 green onions chopped (with extra for topping)

Garnish: additional green onions and sesame seeds

  • For the Sauce:
  • ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup beef broth or water
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp fresh grated ginger or ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ - ½ tsp crushed red chili flakes optional, depending on your heat preference

To Thicken the Sauce Optional:

  • ½ tbsp cornstarch
  • ½ tbsp water

Instructions
 

Prepare the Meatballs:

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, panko breadcrumbs, egg, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sliced green onions.
  • Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 ½ inches in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Place in the oven set to the desired temperature and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the meatballs are fully cooked and have a light golden color.

Make the Asian Glaze:

  • While the meatballs are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the soy sauce, beef broth (or water), honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, ginger, black pepper, and crushed red chili flakes (if using) in a small saucepan.
  • Heat the mixture over medium heat, bringing it to a simmer. Allow to simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Thicken the Sauce (Optional):

  • If you prefer a thicker glaze, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to form a slurry. Slowly stir this slurry into the simmering sauce.
  • Continue cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Coat the Meatballs:

  • Once the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the oven and transfer them to the saucepan with the glaze.
  • Gently toss the meatballs in the glaze until they are fully coated.

Serve:

  • Serve the glazed meatballs hot, garnished with additional green onions and sesame seeds for extra flavor and presentation.
  • Enjoy as an appetizer, or serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal
Keyword Asian glazed meatballs
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