Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs—a savory-meets-sweet recipe that's perfect for dinner, meal prep, or party appetizers. Made with lean ground turkey, aromatics like garlic and ginger, and a touch of soy sauce and sesame oil, these baked meatballs are moist, flavorful, and easy to prepare. They're then coated in a glossy homemade teriyaki sauce, crafted with honey, rice vinegar, and a hint of brown sugar for the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile dish shines when served over steamed rice, noodles, or as a stand-alone appetizer, sprinkled with sesame seeds and green onions for a finishing touch. Whether you're seeking a quick weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing addition to your next gathering, these Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs bring a burst of umami-packed flavor every time!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 2 stalks green onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil (for frying)
• 0.25 cup soy sauce (for sauce)
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1.5 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 0.25 cup water (for sauce)
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, green onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 3

Using clean hands or a small scoop, form the mixture into approximately 1-inch 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 they are fully cooked and lightly golden on the outside.

Step 5

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the teriyaki sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water.

Step 6

Heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Pour in the sauce mixture and cook, stirring frequently, until it thickens (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat.

Step 7

Once the meatballs are cooked, transfer them to a large skillet. Pour the teriyaki sauce over the meatballs and gently toss to coat them evenly in the sauce. Heat on low for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Garnish with sesame seeds and additional chopped green onions if desired. Serve immediately as an appetizer or over rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(873.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1585.3

Total Fat 84.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.8g
Cholesterol 541.5mg	0%
Sodium 6136.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 48.0g
Protein 111.1g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 104.0mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 697.1mg	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: 47.1%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 25.4%