Asian Turkey Meatballs

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These Asian-style turkey meatballs are so good for an appetizer. People love them!

Submitted by Reesa's Fab Kitchen online
Updated on March 10, 2024
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
18
Yield:
18 small meatballs
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Ingredients

Meatballs:

  • 1 pound ground turkey

  • ½ cup minced cilantro

  • ½ cup dry bread crumbs

  • 1 egg, lightly beaten

  • 2 scallions, minced

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

Sweet Soy Dipping Sauce:

  • 2 slices fresh ginger, or more to taste

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • ¼ cup soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Make the meatballs: Combine turkey, cilantro, bread crumbs, egg, scallions, vegetable oil, sesame oil, and soy sauce in a large bowl. Gently mix with your hands until combined. Roll tablespoon-sized scoops between your palms to form meatballs. Arrange meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.

  3. Bake in the preheated oven until well browned, 20 to 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

  4. While the meatballs are cooking, make the dipping sauce: Smash ginger with the heavy side of a knife and place into a small pot. Add brown sugar, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring often, until sugar dissolves, about 3 minutes. Simmer, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Fish out ginger and pour sauce into small cups for serving.

  5. Serve meatballs alongside sauce, with toothpicks for dipping.

From the Editor

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

82 Calories
4g Fat
6g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 18
Calories 82
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 4%
Cholesterol 29mg 10%
Sodium 342mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 6g 12%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 17mg 1%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 87mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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