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Honey Garlic Meatballs

Honey Garlic Meatballs

These honey garlic meatballs are a delicious combination of sweet and savory flavors. They are easy to make and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as an appetizer for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian-American
Servings 4 People
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 parchment paper optional
  • 1 small saucepan
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 meat thermometer optional

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef (or chicken) Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ½ cup honey
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
  • Chopped cilantro (for garnish, optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, chopped green onions, minced garlic, egg, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix until well combined.
  • Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until they are cooked through and have reached an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
  • While the meatballs are baking, prepare the honey garlic sauce. In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Whisk over medium heat until the mixture is well combined and slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and place them in a large bowl. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the meatballs and toss until they are well coated.
  • Serve the honey garlic meatballs hot, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro if desired.

Notes

You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
For extra flavor, feel free to add minced ginger or chopped bell peppers to the meat mixture.
These meatballs can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for later use. Reheat before serving.