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Honey Garlic Meatballs

Irresistibly Easy Honey Garlic Meatballs for a Quick Dinner

Honey Garlic Meatballs are the ultimate answer to your dinner dilemmas with rich flavors and effortless preparation.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Meat Ground turkey or chicken preferred
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Or pre-minced garlic as a time saver
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option
  • 1 large Egg Binds the mixture
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions Can substitute with chives
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey Can substitute with maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari works as gluten-free substitute
  • 1/4 cup Water

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, and chopped green onions. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. With clean hands, shape the mixture into uniform meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of oil. Once the oil shimmers, add the meatballs in a single layer.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and a splash of water. Pour this sauce over the browned meatballs.
  5. Reduce heat to low and cover the skillet. Allow meatballs to simmer for about 8-10 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat, garnish with additional chopped green onions and optional sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These meatballs are perfect for potlucks or family dinners, and they store well for quick meals throughout the week.

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