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Teriyaki Meatballs Recipe

Teriyaki Meatballs Recipe

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These Teriyaki Meatballs are a delicious twist on a classic dish, featuring juicy turkey meatballs coated in a flavorful homemade teriyaki sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or as a party appetizer.

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

  • 16 oz lean ground turkey
  • 1/3 cup panko bread crumbs (or gluten-free crumbs)
  • 1/4 cup green onion, finely chopped
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger (or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger)
  • 1 garlic clove, pressed or grated
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

For the Teriyaki Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce (or gluten-free hoisin)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or gluten-free tamari)
  • 1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 medium garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger (or 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger)
  • To Serve:

    • Sesame seeds and green onion for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven: Line a 17×12-inch rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Preheat the oven to 400˚F.
  2. Make the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, bread crumbs, green onion, egg, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined. Add milk or water if too dry.
  3. Shape the Meatballs: Roll into 1¼ to 1½-inch meatballs and place on baking sheet.
  4. Bake: Bake for 13–18 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Make the Teriyaki Sauce: Combine brown sugar, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a saucepan. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  6. Toss and Serve: Transfer meatballs to a bowl, pour sauce over them, toss gently to coat. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve over rice or noodles.

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Keywords: Teriyaki Meatballs, Turkey Meatballs, Teriyaki Sauce, Asian Meatballs