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Asian Meatball Recipe

These delicious Asian meatballs are packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and versatile, they can be served as a main dish or an appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ginger minced
  • 1/4 cup green onions chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 egg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce for glaze

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, breadcrumbs, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, green onions, cilantro, egg, salt, and pepper.
  4. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes.
  6. Heat teriyaki sauce in a skillet over medium heat.
  7. Once the meatballs are done, toss them in the teriyaki sauce for about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Serve warm, either over rice or on their own.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture.