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Colorful Asian turkey meatballs glazed with a sticky, spicy-sweet sauce, garnished with chopped scallions and sesame seeds, served on a white plate, textured meatballs with a glossy coating, vibrant red and green accents from the sauce and herbs, styled simply for a casual dining look.

Sweet and Spicy Asian Turkey Meatballs

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A flavorful blend of ground turkey, ginger, garlic, and Asian seasoning, glazed with a sweet and spicy sauce, served as an irresistible appetizer or main course.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Mix turkey, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and hoisin in a bowl.
  2. Form into 1.5-inch meatballs and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
  3. Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through and slightly browned.
  4. Mix sriracha and honey to create the sauce.
  5. Brush the meatballs with the spicy-sweet sauce and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to adjust the spice level by varying sriracha.
  • Serve with steamed rice or as an appetizer with dipping sauce.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free option available

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3 meatballs
  • Calories: 220 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 520 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg