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Honey Sriracha Glazed Turkey Meatballs Recipe

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  • Author: Bara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings (approximately 40 meatballs)
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

These Honey Sriracha Glazed Meatballs are a flavorful and healthy twist on classic meatballs, featuring lean ground turkey baked to perfection and coated in a sweet and spicy honey sriracha glaze. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a party appetizer, these meatballs bring a wonderful balance of heat, sweetness, and umami with a delightful crunch from whole wheat panko breadcrumbs.

Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 2 lbs lean ground turkey
  • 1 cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Honey Sriracha Glaze

  • 1/4 cup Sriracha
  • 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it's ready for baking the meatballs evenly.
  2. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground turkey, whole wheat panko breadcrumbs, eggs, chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated, ensuring a uniform consistency for the meatballs.
  3. Form the Meatballs: Shape the mixture into approximately 1 1/2-inch meatballs, which should yield around 40 balls. Arrange them spaced apart on baking sheets that have been lightly sprayed with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  4. Bake the Meatballs: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake the meatballs for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they are browned on the outside and cooked through internally.
  5. Make the Honey Sriracha Glaze: While the meatballs bake, combine Sriracha, reduced-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil in a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, whisking continuously to blend the flavors.
  6. Simmer the Sauce: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 8 to 10 minutes. Continue whisking occasionally as the sauce thickens and concentrates in flavor.
  7. Toss Meatballs in Glaze: After the meatballs are baked, transfer them to a large bowl and toss them with the thickened honey sriracha glaze until each meatball is evenly coated.
  8. Serve: Serve the glazed meatballs immediately over a bed of brown rice. Garnish with additional chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for extra flavor and presentation. Enjoy your delicious, spicy-sweet meal!

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, increase the amount of Sriracha in the glaze.
  • Use cooking spray or parchment paper on baking sheets to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  • Let the meatballs rest for a few minutes after baking to help them firm up before tossing in the glaze.
  • This recipe can be doubled or halved depending on serving needs.
  • Leftover meatballs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
  • Substitute ground chicken if preferred, but adjust cooking time accordingly as needed.

Find it online: https://yumbara.com/honey-sriracha-glazed-turkey-meatballs-recipe/