Tasty Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs
It can be difficult finding the perfect healthy appetizer recipe that will satisfy your guests. However, Tasty Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs does the trick. This recipe adds a lighter twist to your average meatballs by using ground turkey instead of ground beef. But even though it's healthier, it still tastes just as delicious as the original dish, due to a coating of sweet, tangy teriyaki sauce. These meatballs are very easy to make, and can be ready in under an hour. If you'd like to turn this appetizer into a meal, you can serve them over some rice and veggies.
Serves4
Preparation Time15 min
Cooking Time30 min
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 green onions, diced
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon hot oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup teriyaki marinade
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
Instructions
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Combine first nine ingredients together in a bowl. Mix well. Form into about 20 meatballs.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs on all sides, about 6 minutes. They will finish cooking in the sauce. Depending on the size of your pan, you made need to do this in batches.
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Combine remaining ingredients in a bowl.
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Once meatballs have browned, return all of them to the pan. Pour sauce over and gently stir to coat. Cover and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
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Eugenia
Jul 07, 2017
Wow this looks delicious! I've never had teriyaki turkey before but this looks simple enough for me to try!
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