These Asian-inspired turkey meatballs are packed with flavor and are a healthy alternative to traditional meatballs. Made with ground turkey, fresh ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and hoisin sauce, these meatballs are tender, moist, and can be served as an appetizer or main dish. They are perfect for parties, family dinners, or meal prep. The combination of Asian flavors with lean turkey meat makes this recipe a great option for those looking to eat lean and flavorful meals. These meatballs are quick and easy to make, and they are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Green onions, chopped, for garnish
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, beaten egg, cilantro, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix the ingredients together until well combined.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, rolling them gently between your hands.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of oil.
- Place the meatballs in the skillet, leaving some space between each one.
- Cook the meatballs for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and browned.
- Remove the meatballs from the skillet and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Serve the Asian turkey meatballs as an appetizer or with steamed rice and vegetables for a main dish.
- Enjoy!
