Ginger Scallion Pork Meatball with Potsticker Dipping Sauce

For the Potsticker Sauce:

• ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
• ¼ cup water
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• ½-1 teaspoon Chili garlic sauce (you could also use Sriracha)
• 2 teaspoons sesame seeds optional

For the meatballs:

• 1 pound ground pork (ground chicken or turkey will also work)
• 1 large egg
• ½ cup panko crumbs
• 4 medium garlic finely minced
• 1 bunch scallions 7-8 medium size scallions
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger
• ¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro (can use basil as an alternative)
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar packed
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• ½ -1 teaspoon Chili garlic sauce depending on how much heat you prefer
• ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

For serving:

• ramen noodles lo mein noodles or udon noodles, cooked according to the package directions
• crushed peanuts
• fresh mint basil and/or cilantro, optional
• marinated cucumbers and red onion see Notes below
• stir fried snow peas or sugar snap peas are also delicious with the meatballs