Honey Garlic Meatballs
Honey Garlic Meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the sweetness of honey with the savory flavor of garlic. Perfect as an appetizer or a main course, these meatballs are sure to impress everyone at your table.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 baking tray
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 roasting spatula or tongs
- 1 small saucepan
- 1 whisk
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Approximately 450 grams.
- ½ cup breadcrumbs About 50 grams.
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese Approximately 25 grams.
- 1 piece egg
- 3 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil About 15 ml.
- ½ cup honey About 170 grams.
- ¼ cup soy sauce Approximately 60 ml.
- 2 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 teaspoon ginger Grated.
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch About 8 grams.
- 2 tablespoons water About 30 ml.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking tray.
- Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
- While the meatballs are baking, prepare the honey garlic sauce. In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, cornstarch, and water.
- Whisk the mixture over medium heat until it starts to thicken, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat once thickened.
- Once the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the oven and drizzle the honey garlic sauce over them, making sure they are well coated.
- Return the meatballs to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to slightly caramelize the sauce.
- Serve warm, garnished with sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
You can easily substitute ground chicken or turkey for ground beef if preferred. These meatballs pair well with rice, noodles, or a fresh salad. To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.