Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs

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INGREDIENTS

For the Turkey Meatballs:

• 16 ounces lean ground turkey

• 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs

• 1/4 cup green onion, finely chopped

• 1 large egg

• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

• 1 garlic clove, pressed

• 2 teaspoons sesame oil

For the Teriyaki Sauce:

• 1/4 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed

• 2 tablespoon hoisin sauce

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

• 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil

• 1 medium garlic clove, minced

• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger or 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Line a 17×12 rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Pre-heat oven to 400˚F.

2. Combine meatball ingredients in a large bowl: 16 oz ground turkey, 1/2 cup bread crumbs, 1/4 cup green onion, 1 egg, 1 tsp fresh ginger, pressed garlic clove and 2 tsp sesame oil. Use your hands or a spoon to mix just until combined.

3. Roll into 1 1/4″ to 1 1/2″ meatballs and bake at 400 for 10 to 12 mins or until juices run clear or a meat thermometer reads 170˚F.

4. Meanwhile, make the sauce. Simmer the sauce ingredients together in a small sauce pan for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently or until slightly thickened.

5. Transfer warm meatballs to a mixing bowl, drizzle with warm sauce and toss to combine. Serve and enjoy!