Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs

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Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs
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This recipe for Teriyaki Ground Turkey Meatballs is a delicious and healthy twist on a classic. The sweet and savory teriyaki sauce perfectly complements the juicy meatballs, making it a satisfying meal for any occasion.

What You Will Need

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground turkey (93/7)
  • ¼ cup bread crumbs
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp onion flakes
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Teriyaki Sauce:

  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup sherry
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • 1 ½ tsp ginger paste or chopped ginger
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • ¼ cup cold water

The Process

1. Make the Teriyaki Sauce:

  • In a separate saucepan, combine the brown sugar, olive oil, sherry, soy sauce, ginger paste, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, remove from heat and set aside.

2. Prepare the Meatballs:

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, bread crumbs, soy sauce, onion flakes, and black pepper. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
  • Form the mixture into 1-tablespoon-sized meatballs.

3. Cook the Meatballs:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook for about 4 minutes per side, or until cooked through.

4. Combine and Serve:

  • Add the cooked meatballs to the teriyaki sauce and coat evenly.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry.
  • Slowly pour the slurry into the sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
  • Serve the meatballs and sauce over rice or noodles.

Enjoy your homemade Teriyaki Ground Turkey Meatballs!