Tender turkey meatballs tossed in a sticky-sweet honey garlic glaze. A lighter, protein-packed meal perfect for rice bowls, noodles, or appetizers.
Ingredients
Meatballs:
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1 lb ground turkey
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½ cup breadcrumbs (GF if needed)
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1 egg
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp minced onion
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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Salt & pepper, to taste
Sauce:
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⅓ cup honey
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¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari)
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2 tbsp rice vinegar
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
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1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
Garnish:
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Sliced green onions
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Sesame seeds
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
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Mix turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, soy sauce, salt, and pepper until just combined.
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Roll into 1.5-inch balls. Bake 18–20 minutes or pan-fry until golden and cooked through.
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In a saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and sesame oil. Simmer.
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Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until thick and glossy.
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Toss cooked meatballs in sauce and simmer 1–2 minutes. Garnish and serve.
Notes
Swap turkey for chicken if preferred. Double the sauce for serving over rice. Freeze leftovers for quick meals.