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Mongolian Meatballs

Delicious Mongolian Meatballs in a Sweet Savory Sauce

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Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with these Mongolian Meatballs, a quick and tasty dish that resembles your favorite takeout.
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Prep Time 28 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mongolian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground beef opt for a fattier blend for juicy results
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine or dry sherry as an alternative
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce low-sodium option works
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes adjust to your spice tolerance
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar can consider honey or coconut sugar for variation
  • 2 cloves garlic minced; roasted garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated fresh ginger is best
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs gluten-free option available
  • 1 large egg beaten; flax egg for vegan option
  • 2 stalks green onions sliced; chives can be used instead
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup water or broth for enhanced flavor
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch for thickening the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil or vegetable/olive oil

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, chili flakes, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix until well combined and sticky.
  2. Add breadcrumbs, beaten egg, and sliced green onions to the mixture. Mix thoroughly and form about 24 meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
  3. In a skillet, heat canola oil over medium-high heat. Add meatballs, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
  4. Remove excess fat and whisk together water, soy sauce, and brown sugar in the skillet. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. Combine cornstarch with water to create a slurry and stir into the sauce, cooking until thickened.
  6. Garnish meatballs with sliced green onions and serve hot over steamed rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 2meatballsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure even browning by not overcrowding the pan. You can adjust the thickness of the sauce according to your preference.

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