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Honey Garlic Meatballs

Tender baked beef meatballs tossed in a sticky honey garlic soy glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef 80/20
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
  • Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish

Equipment

  • Rimmed baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Small saucepan
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

  1. Soak the panko in milk and mix gently with the beef, egg, garlic, green onions, soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
  2. Tip: Don't overmix.
  3. Roll into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and bake at 400°F for 18 to 20 minutes.
  4. Simmer the honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, and ketchup and thicken with the cornstarch mixture.
  5. Toss the hot meatballs in the sauce and garnish.

Notes

Meatballs should reach 160°F.
Freezes for up to 3 months.