Sticky Asian Inspired Meatballs

15m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add 1/2 cup of panko breadcrumbs to a bowl.
  2. 2Hydrate panko breadcrumbs with 1/4 cup of regular milk and mix.
  3. 3Let the panko breadcrumbs soak up the milk for a minute or two.
  4. 4Add 1 diced shallot to the bowl.
  5. 5Add 3-4 diced cloves of garlic to the bowl.
  6. 6Add 1 tablespoon of diced green onion (light ends) to the bowl.
  7. 7Add 1/4 cup of grated carrot to the bowl.
  8. 8Grate a small knob of ginger into the bowl (about 1/4 teaspoon).
  9. 9Add 1 to 1.5 pounds of ground pork to the bowl.
  10. 10Add a couple of tablespoons of soy sauce to the bowl.
  11. 11Crack one egg into the bowl.
  12. 12Season with a little bit of salt.
  13. 13Season with some black pepper.
  14. 14Mix until all ingredients are well combined and have an even consistency.
  15. 15Form small meatballs, about the size shown in the video.
  16. 16Line meatballs on a sheet pan.
  17. 17Bake meatballs at 450°F (232°C) for about 15 minutes.
  18. 18Prepare the sauce by adding 1/2 cup of hoisin sauce to a frying pan.
  19. 19Add 1/4 cup of rice wine vinegar (or white wine vinegar) to the pan.
  20. 20Grate 3 cloves of garlic into the pan.
  21. 21Grate a knob of ginger into the pan (about the same amount as in the meatballs).
  22. 22Add about 1 teaspoon of sesame oil to the pan.
  23. 23Add 3-4 tablespoons of soy sauce to the pan.
  24. 24Add 1/2 teaspoon of chili flakes to the pan (optional, if you like it spicy).
  25. 25Pop the sauce on the stove and heat until it comes to a simmer and thickens up.
  26. 26Toss the baked meatballs into the thickened sauce.
  27. 27Mix the meatballs in the sauce until well coated.
  28. 28Serve the meatballs with rice.
  29. 29Add steamed broccoli to the plate.
  30. 30Add crispy air-fried Brussels sprouts tossed in some of the sauce and extra vinegar to the plate.
  31. 31Add the sticky meatballs to the plate.
  32. 32Top with crispy onions for crunch.
  33. 33Garnish with the green tops of the green onions to brighten things up.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 0.25 cup milk
  • 1 shallot
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon green onion
  • 0.25 cup grated carrot
  • 1 teaspoon ginger
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 egg
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt and pepper
  • 0.5 cup Hoisin sauce
  • 0.25 cup rice wine vinegar
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon ginger
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes
  • crispy onions
  • toasted sesame seeds

Equipment

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Tips

  • Do not overmix meatballs to prevent them from becoming dense.
  • Bake meatballs at 450°F (232°C) for about 15 minutes.
  • A little sesame oil goes a long way in the sauce.
  • Serve with rice and steamed or air-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Use green ends of green onions for garnishing.