Description
These Asian Turkey Meatballs are a quick, healthy, and flavorful option for weeknight dinners or party appetizers. Made with lean ground turkey and coated in a sweet and savory hoisin-soy glaze, they’re baked to perfection for a juicy, delicious bite every time. Perfect for meal prep, these meatballs are versatile, easy to make, and a lighter alternative to traditional fried options.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
1 lb ground turkey
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 green onions, chopped
1 egg
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
For the Sauce:
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp water
1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking sheet or line with parchment paper.
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Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, garlic, green onions, egg, sesame oil, and soy sauce. Mix just until combined.
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Shape Meatballs: Form the mixture into 12 evenly-sized meatballs and arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake: Bake for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through.
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Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, stir together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, water, and sesame oil.
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Coat the Meatballs: Once baked, toss the meatballs in the sauce until fully coated.
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Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired. Serve as-is or over rice or noodles.
Notes
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Add Heat: Mix in sriracha or red pepper flakes to the sauce for a spicy version.
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Make Ahead: Meatballs and sauce can be made in advance and stored separately.
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Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free soy sauce and breadcrumbs.
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Protein Swap: Substitute with ground chicken or lean ground beef if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
