Glazed Turkey Meatballs
Juicy, tender, and packed with flavor, these Glazed Turkey Meatballs are the perfect combination of savory and sweet! Made with lean ground turkey and seasoned with a blend of garlic, onion powder, and paprika, these meatballs are baked to golden perfection for a healthier twist. The real star is the glossy glaze, a mouthwatering mix of soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and a touch of ketchup, thickened to a luxurious shine. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and vibrant green onions, these meatballs are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes, they’re an ideal crowd-pleaser for busy weeknights or as an appetizer at your next gathering. Pair them with steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, panko breadcrumbs, milk, egg, minced garlic, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix just until combined; avoid overmixing.
Using a tablespoon or small scoop, form the mixture into evenly sized meatballs (about 1.5 inches in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
While the meatballs are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ketchup, and cornstarch mixed with water. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens into a glossy sauce (about 2-3 minutes).
Once the meatballs are done, transfer them to the saucepan with the glaze. Gently toss to coat the meatballs evenly in the sauce.
Serve the glazed turkey meatballs garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. They pair well with steamed rice, noodles, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1445 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.1 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 544 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 4824 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.2 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.0 g | ||
| Protein | 105.5 g | 211% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 526 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
