Baked Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
30 Meatballs
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Calories
62 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
Japanese
Baked Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs
Description
Baked Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs blend ground turkey with aromatics including grated onion, garlic, and fresh ginger, seasoned with five-spice powder and parsley for depth. The mixture is formed into evenly sized meatballs and baked until firm and cooked through. Meanwhile, a teriyaki-inspired sauce is simmered, combining rice vinegar, agave nectar, soy sauce, and sesame seeds to achieve a slightly thickened glaze.
Once baked, the meatballs are brushed generously with the warm sauce and returned briefly to the oven to set the glaze. The result is tender turkey meatballs with a shiny, flavorful coating that offers a balance of sweet and tangy notes paired with spices.
This dish works well served over cooked rice or as hors d'oeuvres. The recipe provides a clear method for making both the meatballs and sauce, allowing for an appealing main or appetizer option that can be prepared ahead of time.
Ingredients
The Sauce:
- ⅓ cup rice vinegar
- ¼ cup agave nectar
- ⅓ cup water
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup canola oil
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ginger fresh, minced
- 2 garlic minced cloves
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds toasted
The Meatballs:
- 1 ¼ pounds ground turkey preferably not extra-lean
- ½ yellow onion grated, medium
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons ginger grated
- ¼ cup Italian parsley chopped
- ¾ teaspoon five-spice powder
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup dried breadcrumbs plus 2 tablespoons
- 1 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoons black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
The Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, agave nectar, water, soya sauce, ¼ cup canola oil, ginger, garlic, flour, and sesame seeds.
- Whisk the sauce together and place over medium heat. Simmer until the sauce is slightly thickened, 8 to 10 minutes. Keep warm.
The Meatballs:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Thoroughly coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, grated onion, garlic, ginger, parsley, five-spice powder, egg, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper.
- Mix well to combine. Using a 2 tablespoon portion of the turkey mixture, form meatballs by rolling between the palms of your hands. Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, spacing evenly.
- Bake until the meatballs are firm to the touch and cooked through, about 15 minutes.
- Brush the meatballs liberally with the sauce. Return to the oven for 5 minutes. Serve immediately.
- These can be served over rice or as hors d'oeuvres. Either way, serve with the extra sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 30Meatballs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 62 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Meatball | |
| Calories | 62kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 208mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 55mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 65IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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