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Sticky Hoisin Meatballs with Scallion Sauce

Sticky Hoisin Meatballs with Scallion Sauce

Transport yourself with these Sticky Hoisin Meatballs with Scallion Sauce, a delicious fusion of sweet and savory flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Pork or Beef or turkey/chicken for leaner option
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs or ground oats for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Hoisin Sauce low-sodium for healthier alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic adjust for stronger or milder taste
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Ginger fresh preferred, ginger powder can be used
  • 1 large Egg or flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil or olive oil for a different flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Water for glaze consistency
For the Scallion Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Finely Chopped Scallions for a fresh contrast

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Skillet
  • whisk
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Prepare Meatballs
  1. In a large bowl, mix the ground pork or beef, breadcrumbs, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, egg, sesame oil, salt, and pepper until combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into 16-20 golf ball-sized meatballs.
  3. Heat a tablespoon of neutral oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the meatballs.
Make Glaze and Simmer
  1. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a splash of water.
  2. Return the browned meatballs to the skillet, coating them in the glaze.
  3. Cover the pan and let simmer gently for 4-6 minutes.
Prepare Scallion Sauce
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together finely chopped scallions, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sugar until combined.
Serve
  1. Plate the sticky hoisin meatballs, drizzling extra glaze over the top and adding scallion sauce right before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 5meatballsCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Garnish with sesame seeds for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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