Chinese Style Turkey Meatballs

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with these flavorful Chinese Style Turkey Meatballs! Tender and juicy ground turkey is infused with aromatic ginger, garlic, and sesame oil, then baked to perfection and coated in a rich, glossy hoisin-soy glaze. These meatballs strike the perfect balance between savory and slightly sweet, making them an irresistible centerpiece for your meal. Garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, they’re perfect served over steamed rice or noodles. Quick to prep and packed with bold, authentic flavors, this easy recipe brings a deliciously modern twist to your table while staying light and healthy.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 egg
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp white sesame seeds
• 0 optional rice or noodles for serving

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with vegetable oil.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, panko breadcrumbs, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and half of the sliced green onions. Mix well until evenly incorporated.

Step 3

Using your hands or a small scoop, form the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. You should have approximately 16 meatballs. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

Step 5

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, the remaining 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, cornstarch, and water until smooth.

Step 6

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the remaining green onions and sauté for 30 seconds. Pour in the sauce mixture and cook, stirring frequently, until it thickens (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 7

Once the meatballs are done baking, carefully transfer them into the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the meatballs evenly in the sauce.

Step 8

Sprinkle the meatballs with sesame seeds before serving. Serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired, alongside rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(813.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1482.2

Total Fat 86.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.0g
Cholesterol 518.9mg	0%
Sodium 2268.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 11.7g
Protein 104.2g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 184.0mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 400.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.3%

Protein: 28.0%

Carbs: 19.7%