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Baked Honey Garlic Meatballs Recipe

Baked Honey Garlic Meatballs Recipe
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These Baked Honey Garlic Meatballs are a delicious and flavorful twist on classic meatballs. The tender meatballs are coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, making them a perfect dish for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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For the meatballs:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Make the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, green onions, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Form into meatballs and place on the baking sheet. Bake for 18-20 minutes.
  3. Prepare the sauce: In a saucepan, heat olive oil, then add garlic. Stir in honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Thicken with cornstarch mixture.
  4. Coat the meatballs: Toss the baked meatballs in the sauce until coated. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.

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