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Pork Teriyaki Meatballs

Diana
Pork teriyaki meatballs provide the perfect balance of flavors. From savory soy sauce to tangy rice vinegar, every bite is delightful.
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Servings 8 appetizer servings
Calories 210
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Course Meatballs
Cuisine Asian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 21 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs

  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 3 green onions, thinly slice, saving some dark green for garnish
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil

For the Sauce

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce, low-sodium
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger, or ginger paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon sambal
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine the ground pork with the scallions, garlic, egg, and panko. Shape into 20 to 24 meatballs. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning frequently, for 4 minutes or until browned. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for about 15 minutes or until they are cooked through (160 F—165 F if you are substituting with poultry).
    Combined ground pork, green onions, garlic, panko, and egg for teriyaki meatballs.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients; whisk to blend.
    Sauce for teriyaki meatballs, made with soy sauce, vinegar, sambal, and brown sugar.
  • Drain off excess fat from the meatballs and place the pan over medium heat. Add the sauce mixture and cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until the sauce thickens and clings to the meatballs.
    Teriyaki meatballs in the skillet with sauce.
  • Serve as an appetizer or main dish. Enjoy!
    Teriyaki meatballs served as an appetizer with picks and a garnish of green onion tops.

Notes

Serves 4 as a main dish or about 6 to 8 as an appetizer.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 64mgSodium: 475mgPotassium: 219mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 83IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Disclaimer:

Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.

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