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sticky Asian glazed meatballs

Sticky Asian Glazed Meatballs You’ll Crave Every Weeknight

These sticky Asian glazed meatballs are a delightful fusion of flavors, easy to make, and perfect for weekday dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Lean protein choice
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil For meatballs
  • 1/2 cup Dry Bread Crumbs Use panko for extra crispiness
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1 large Eggs Beaten
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic For meatballs
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Hoisin Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic For sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil For sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger For sauce
  • 1/4 cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Sauce Adjust based on spice tolerance

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, sesame oil, dry bread crumbs, ground ginger, beaten eggs, and minced garlic.
  3. Shape the mixture into 1½-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20-23 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. In a skillet, combine the glaze ingredients and bring to a boil.
  6. Once the meatballs are cooked, coat them in the glaze using tongs.
  7. Serve over rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze unglazed meatballs for up to 3 months.

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