Savory Sesame Meatballs With A Delicious Sauce
Savory Sesame Meatballs With A Delicious Sauce is a dish that beautifully marries flavor and texture, making it a standout choice for any meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Saucepan
Ingredients
Meatball Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Chicken High-quality ground chicken for best results.
- 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Use toasted sesame oil for extra flavor.
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced Mince finely for even distribution.
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated Use fresh ginger for best flavor.
- 3 Green Onions, chopped Chop finely for even mixing.
- 1/2 cup Panko Bread Crumbs Plain panko for a neutral base.
- 1 large Egg At room temperature for better mixing.
- Salt and Pepper, to taste Adjust according to preference.
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Honey Adjust sweetness to taste.
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use low-sodium if preferred.
- 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Milder than other vinegars.
Garnish
- Sesame Seeds For garnish before serving.
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, panko breadcrumbs, and the egg. Mix gently until well combined.
- Wet your hands and roll the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and golden.
- In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Heat over medium until honey dissolves, then simmer for 5 minutes.
- If desired, thicken the sauce with a cornstarch slurry.
- Transfer baked meatballs to the saucepan and toss to coat in the sauce. Simmer for a couple of minutes.
- Serve meatballs garnished with sesame seeds.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days. They can also be frozen for up to three months.