Kittencal's Honey Garlic Glazed Meatballs

Sweet, savory, and irresistibly sticky, Kittencal's Honey Garlic Glazed Meatballs are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion. These tender, oven-baked meatballs are infused with the perfect balance of garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of black pepper, creating a flavorful base. The star of the dish is the luscious honey garlic glaze made with soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, and a touch of rice vinegar, thickened to perfection for a glossy coating. Tossed in the glaze and finished in a skillet until caramelized, these meatballs are bursting with bold, mouthwatering flavor. Garnished with vibrant green onions and crunchy sesame seeds, they’re perfect as a party appetizer or served over steamed rice for a comforting meal. This easy recipe is ready in under an hour and promises to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 0.33 cup Honey
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the ingredients are evenly incorporated, but do not overmix to avoid tough meatballs.

Step 3

Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet. You should get approximately 20-25 meatballs.

Step 4

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and slightly browned.

Step 5

While the meatballs bake, prepare the honey garlic glaze. In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, minced garlic, and rice vinegar. Cook over medium heat until the mixture starts to simmer.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Gradually stir the slurry into the saucepan with the glaze. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 7

In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the baked meatballs to the skillet and pour the prepared glaze over them. Toss the meatballs gently to coat them evenly with the glaze.

Step 8

Cook the meatballs in the skillet for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize slightly and adhere to the meatballs.

Step 9

Remove the meatballs from heat and transfer them to a serving platter. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Step 10

Serve the honey garlic glazed meatballs warm as an appetizer, or pair them with steamed rice and vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1027.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2350.4

Total Fat 134.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.9g
Cholesterol 579.0mg	0%
Sodium 6842.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 192.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.5g	0%
Total Sugars 93.9g
Protein 117.8g	0%

Vitamin D 80.6IU	0%
Calcium 397.8mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 1888.1mg	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: 49.3%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 31.5%