Asian Glazed Meatballs
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. ground turkey
- 2 tsp. sesame oil
for meatballs
- 1 cup dry bread crumbs
plain
- 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
- 2 eggs lightly beaten
- 1 tsp. minced garlic
for meatballs
- 2/3 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/3 cup rice vinegar
- 2 1/2 Tbsp. honey
- 1 tsp. minced garlic
for sauce
- 1 1/2 tsp. sesame oil
for sauce
- 1 tsp. ground ginger
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp. siracha sauce
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease baking sheet.
- 2
In a large bowl combine ground turkey, sesame oil, bread crumbs, ginger, eggs, and minced garlic. Mix well with your hands until all ingredients are combined.
- 3
Shape turkey mixture into 1 1/2" balls and place them on a prepared baking sheet. Cook for 20-23 minutes or until meat is no longer pink in the middle.
- 4
While meatballs are cooking, combine hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, sesame oil, ground ginger, soy sauce, and siracha sauce in a medium-large skillet.
- 5
Bring sauce to a boil over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
- 6
Remove meatballs from the oven and place them in the Asian sauce. Coat meatballs well and serve over rice or noodles. Sprinkle sesame seeds and green onion on top for a garnish. Enjoy!
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About this Recipe
Looking for an incredibly easy weeknight meal that will have everyone asking for seconds? These Tender Asian Glazed Meatballs are destined to become your new family favorite, delivering irresistible flavors without fuss. With just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cook time, you can have a truly satisfying dinner on the table tonight.
What sets these meatballs apart is the perfectly balanced homemade sticky Asian glaze. Crafted with savory hoisin sauce, tangy rice vinegar, and a touch of sweet honey, it transforms simple ground turkey into a truly extraordinary dish that's far superior to any store-bought sauce. The aromatic combination of sesame oil, garlic, and ginger infuses both the meatballs and the glaze, creating a depth of flavor that's hard to beat.
Prepare for tender, juicy ground turkey meatballs enveloped in a glistening, sticky glaze that hits all the right notes—savory, sweet, and tangy with a subtle warmth from sriracha sauce and ginger. The aroma alone will draw everyone to the kitchen, promising a satisfying and flavorful meal that's surprisingly quick to prepare. These meatballs are a testament to how simple ingredients can create profound taste and an experience that feels both comforting and exciting.
Customization & Serving Ideas
While ground turkey keeps these meatballs wonderfully tender, you could certainly experiment with ground chicken or a mix of ground pork and beef for a richer flavor. Don't have fresh ginger? A little extra ground ginger will work in a pinch. Adjust the sriracha sauce to your preference for more or less heat, making it perfect for both spice lovers and those with milder palates.
These versatile Asian Glazed Meatballs are perfect for a fuss-free weeknight dinner served over steamed rice or noodles, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer for your next gathering. Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and sliced green onions for a pop of color and freshness.