Honey Garlic Turkey Meatballs

Honey Garlic Turkey Meatballs

Author: Lauren Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: Chicken Recipes Cuisine: Asian Diet: Gluten-Free

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/4 cup minced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free options)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Chopped green onions for garnish
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Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, minced onion, minced garlic, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix until just combined.
  2. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  3. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix honey and soy sauce together. Pour this sauce over the meatballs in the skillet.
  5. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.
  6. Serve warm garnished with chopped green onions.

Notes

  1. For a different vibe, swap ground turkey for ground chicken or add a tablespoon of olive oil for extra juiciness.