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Teriyaki Meatballs Recipe: A Sweet and Savory Favorite for Any Occasion

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Sweet, savory, and packed with umami, these teriyaki meatballs are a flavorful twist on a classic dish. Perfect as an appetizer, party snack, or served over rice for a complete meal, they come together quickly and are always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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For the meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)

  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

  • 1 large egg

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

  • 2 tbsp green onions, finely chopped

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil (optional)

For the teriyaki sauce:

  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

  • 1/4 cup water

Optional garnishes:

  • Sliced green onions

  • Toasted sesame seeds

  • Thinly sliced red chili

  • Steamed broccoli or vegetables

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

  • In a large bowl, mix together ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, salt, pepper, and sesame oil until just combined. Do not overmix.

  • Form the mixture into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet. You should get 18–20 meatballs.

  • Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until fully cooked through.

  • Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar.

  • In a separate bowl, whisk cornstarch with water to create a slurry.

  • Slowly whisk the slurry into the saucepan and continue cooking until the sauce thickens, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat.

  • Transfer the baked meatballs to a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Pour the teriyaki sauce over the meatballs and gently toss to coat.

  • Simmer for 2–3 minutes to let the sauce glaze the meatballs.

  • Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add chili flakes or sriracha to the sauce.

  • You can make and refrigerate the meatballs a day ahead.

  • This recipe also works great with ground chicken or turkey.

  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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