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Easy Mongolian Meatballs

Easy Mongolian Meatballs Ready in Under 30 Minutes

Easy Mongolian Meatballs are a delicious fusion of flavors that can be made quickly, combining Western comfort food with vibrant Mongolian tastes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mongolian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with chicken, turkey, or pork
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing Wine Can be omitted
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tsp Chili Flakes Adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 2 Garlic (cloves, grated) Fresh garlic is best
  • 1 tsp Ginger (grated)
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Panko can be used for extra crunch
  • 1 Egg Acts as a binder
  • 4 Green Onions (chopped) Can substitute with chives
For the Sauce
  • 1/3 cup Water
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch For thickening the sauce
  • 1 tsp Canola Oil Can use vegetable oil
For Garnishing
  • Sliced Green Onion For garnish

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 pound of ground beef, 2 tablespoons of Shaoxing wine, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of chili flakes, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 2 grated garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon of grated ginger. Mix well until everything is thoroughly incorporated.
  2. Add ½ cup of breadcrumbs, 1 egg, and 4 chopped green onions to the meat mixture. Blend until all ingredients are well combined.
  3. Portion the meat mixture into 24 small meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a plate.
  4. In a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of canola oil over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook for about 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally to brown all sides.
  5. Remove excess fat from the skillet, then add ⅓ cup of water to the skillet, scraping up flavorful bits from the bottom.
  6. Allow the sauce to simmer for about 2 minutes, stirring to coat the meatballs.
  7. Stir in a cornstarch slurry made from 1 teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with a little water, and cook for an additional minute until the sauce is glossy.
  8. Garnish the Easy Mongolian Meatballs with freshly sliced green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These meatballs can be made ahead and stored in the fridge or freezer. Serve with rice and vegetables.

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