Asian Glazed Turkey Meatballs
Asian glazed turkey meatballs are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, making them the perfect addition to any meal. Infused with fresh ginger, garlic, and soy sauce, each tender meatball is coated in a glossy glaze that will leave your taste buds dancing. Ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, these meatballs are easy to prepare and sure to impress family and friends. Bring the vibrant taste of Asia into your kitchen with this simple recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground turkey, ginger, garlic, green onions, panko breadcrumbs, soy sauce, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls (about 2 tablespoons each) and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- While baking, prepare the glaze by combining honey, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a pot over medium heat until bubbly.
- Drizzle the glaze over the meatballs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, try substituting ground turkey with chicken or beef. You can also incorporate finely chopped vegetables into the meatball mixture for extra nutrition. If your glaze is too thick, thin it out with a splash of water.