Ingredients
1 lb ground turkey
1/2 cup panko or plain breadcrumbs
1 large egg
3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (or parsley)
1 tablespoon Sriracha
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon fresh ginger (or ginger paste)
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/4 heaping cup honey
2 tablespoons Sriracha (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon ginger, minced (or paste)
3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
Green onions and sesame seeds for serving (optional, quantities as desired)
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven: to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or cooking spray.
2-In a large bowl, gently combine all meatball ingredients, avoiding overmixing.
3-Form about 16 uniform meatballs using a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop or by hand, and place them on the baking sheet.
4-Bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
5-While the meatballs bake, prepare the sauce by combining all sauce ingredients in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
6-Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 5 to 10 minutes, until the sauce thickens to a glaze consistency.
7-Serve the meatballs topped with the sauce or on the side, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Last Step:
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🍳 Add olive oil to keep meatballs moist, as turkey is lean.
🔥 Simmer cooked meatballs in sauce for enhanced flavor.
❄️ Freeze extras after cooling; store refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs
- Calories: 125
- Sodium: 370 milligrams
- Fat: 6 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Carbohydrates: 6 grams
- Protein: 12 grams