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Sweet and Tangy Asian Beef Meatballs

These tender meatballs are enveloped in a sweet and tangy sauce, perfect for impressing your family and friends at any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Meatball Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions For garnish as well.
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha Optional for heat.
  • to taste salt and pepper
Sauce Ingredients
  • additional soy sauce
  • additional hoisin sauce
  • additional brown sugar
  • splash rice vinegar For the sauce preparation.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped green onions, egg, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sriracha (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined, but be careful not to overmix—this keeps your meatballs tender.
  2. Using your hands, form the beef mixture into small balls, about one to two inches in diameter. Place the meatballs on a baking tray lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for about 20 minutes or until they are fully cooked through and browned on the outside, turning them halfway to ensure even cooking.
  2. While the meatballs are baking, make the sauce. In a small saucepan, combine some additional soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, and a splash of rice vinegar over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens slightly.
  3. Once cooked, toss the meatballs in the sauce and serve hot. Garnish with additional chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired!

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days, or freeze for up to three months. To reheat, microwave for a minute or two or warm gently on the stove, adding a splash of water for moisture.