Sticky Asian Inspired Meatballs

15 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add 1/2 cup of panko breadcrumbs to a bowl.
  2. 2Add 1/2 cup of panko breadcrumbs to a bowl.
  3. 3Add 1/2 cup of panko breadcrumbs to a bowl.
  4. 4Hydrate panko breadcrumbs with 1/4 cup of regular milk and mix.
  5. 5Hydrate panko breadcrumbs with 1/4 cup of regular milk and mix.
  6. 6Hydrate panko breadcrumbs with 1/4 cup of regular milk and mix.
  7. 7Let the panko breadcrumbs soak up the milk for a minute or two.
  8. 8Let the panko breadcrumbs soak up the milk for a minute or two.
  9. 9Let the panko breadcrumbs soak up the milk for a minute or two.
  10. 10Add 1 diced shallot to the bowl.
  11. 11Add 1 diced shallot to the bowl.
  12. 12Add 1 diced shallot to the bowl.
  13. 13Add 3-4 diced cloves of garlic to the bowl.
  14. 14Add 3-4 diced cloves of garlic to the bowl.
  15. 15Add 3-4 diced cloves of garlic to the bowl.
  16. 16Add 1 tablespoon of diced green onion (light ends) to the bowl.
  17. 17Add 1 tablespoon of diced green onion (light ends) to the bowl.
  18. 18Add 1 tablespoon of diced green onion (light ends) to the bowl.
  19. 19Add 1/4 cup of grated carrot to the bowl.
  20. 20Add 1/4 cup of grated carrot to the bowl.
  21. 21Add 1/4 cup of grated carrot to the bowl.
  22. 22Grate a small knob of ginger into the bowl (about 1/4 teaspoon).
  23. 23Grate a small knob of ginger into the bowl (about 1/4 teaspoon).
  24. 24Grate a small knob of ginger into the bowl (about 1/4 teaspoon).
  25. 25Add 1 to 1.5 pounds of ground pork to the bowl.
  26. 26Add 1 to 1.5 pounds of ground pork to the bowl.
  27. 27Add 1 to 1.5 pounds of ground pork to the bowl.
  28. 28Add a couple of tablespoons of soy sauce to the bowl.
  29. 29Add a couple of tablespoons of soy sauce to the bowl.
  30. 30Add a couple of tablespoons of soy sauce to the bowl.
  31. 31Crack one egg into the bowl.
  32. 32Crack one egg into the bowl.
  33. 33Crack one egg into the bowl.
  34. 34Season with a little bit of salt.
  35. 35Season with a little bit of salt.
  36. 36Season with a little bit of salt.
  37. 37Season with some black pepper.
  38. 38Season with some black pepper.
  39. 39Season with some black pepper.
  40. 40Mix until all ingredients are well combined and have an even consistency.
  41. 41Mix until all ingredients are well combined and have an even consistency.
  42. 42Mix until all ingredients are well combined and have an even consistency.
  43. 43Form small meatballs, about the size shown in the video.
  44. 44Form small meatballs, about the size shown in the video.
  45. 45Form small meatballs, about the size shown in the video.
  46. 46Line meatballs on a sheet pan.
  47. 47Line meatballs on a sheet pan.
  48. 48Line meatballs on a sheet pan.
  49. 49Bake meatballs at 450°F (232°C) for about 15 minutes.
  50. 50Bake meatballs at 450°F (232°C) for about 15 minutes.
  51. 51Bake meatballs at 450°F (232°C) for about 15 minutes.
  52. 52Prepare the sauce by adding 1/2 cup of hoisin sauce to a frying pan.
  53. 53Prepare the sauce by adding 1/2 cup of hoisin sauce to a frying pan.
  54. 54Prepare the sauce by adding 1/2 cup of hoisin sauce to a frying pan.
  55. 55Add 1/4 cup of rice wine vinegar (or white wine vinegar) to the pan.
  56. 56Add 1/4 cup of rice wine vinegar (or white wine vinegar) to the pan.
  57. 57Add 1/4 cup of rice wine vinegar (or white wine vinegar) to the pan.
  58. 58Grate 3 cloves of garlic into the pan.
  59. 59Grate 3 cloves of garlic into the pan.
  60. 60Grate 3 cloves of garlic into the pan.
  61. 61Grate a knob of ginger into the pan (about the same amount as in the meatballs).
  62. 62Grate a knob of ginger into the pan (about the same amount as in the meatballs).
  63. 63Grate a knob of ginger into the pan (about the same amount as in the meatballs).
  64. 64Add about 1 teaspoon of sesame oil to the pan.
  65. 65Add about 1 teaspoon of sesame oil to the pan.
  66. 66Add about 1 teaspoon of sesame oil to the pan.
  67. 67Add 3-4 tablespoons of soy sauce to the pan.
  68. 68Add 3-4 tablespoons of soy sauce to the pan.
  69. 69Add 3-4 tablespoons of soy sauce to the pan.
  70. 70Add 1/2 teaspoon of chili flakes to the pan (optional, if you like it spicy).
  71. 71Add 1/2 teaspoon of chili flakes to the pan (optional, if you like it spicy).
  72. 72Add 1/2 teaspoon of chili flakes to the pan (optional, if you like it spicy).
  73. 73Pop the sauce on the stove and heat until it comes to a simmer and thickens up.
  74. 74Pop the sauce on the stove and heat until it comes to a simmer and thickens up.
  75. 75Pop the sauce on the stove and heat until it comes to a simmer and thickens up.
  76. 76Toss the baked meatballs into the thickened sauce.
  77. 77Toss the baked meatballs into the thickened sauce.
  78. 78Toss the baked meatballs into the thickened sauce.
  79. 79Mix the meatballs in the sauce until well coated.
  80. 80Mix the meatballs in the sauce until well coated.
  81. 81Mix the meatballs in the sauce until well coated.
  82. 82Serve the meatballs with rice.
  83. 83Serve the meatballs with rice.
  84. 84Serve the meatballs with rice.
  85. 85Add steamed broccoli to the plate.
  86. 86Add steamed broccoli to the plate.
  87. 87Add steamed broccoli to the plate.
  88. 88Add crispy air-fried Brussels sprouts tossed in some of the sauce and extra vinegar to the plate.
  89. 89Add crispy air-fried Brussels sprouts tossed in some of the sauce and extra vinegar to the plate.
  90. 90Add crispy air-fried Brussels sprouts tossed in some of the sauce and extra vinegar to the plate.
  91. 91Add the sticky meatballs to the plate.
  92. 92Add the sticky meatballs to the plate.
  93. 93Add the sticky meatballs to the plate.
  94. 94Top with crispy onions for crunch.
  95. 95Top with crispy onions for crunch.
  96. 96Top with crispy onions for crunch.
  97. 97Garnish with the green tops of the green onions to brighten things up.
  98. 98Garnish with the green tops of the green onions to brighten things up.
  99. 99Garnish with the green tops of the green onions to brighten things up.

Ingredients

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