Asian Glazed Meatballs

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Pork
• 0.5 lb Ground Beef
• 1/2 cup Gluten-Free Breadcrumbs
• 1 Egg
• 2 stalks Green Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 tsp Ginger
• 1/4 cup Gluten-Free Soy Sauce (Tamari)
• 1 tsp Sesame Oil
• 1/4 cup Honey
• 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar
• 1 tsp Sriracha
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch
• 2 tbsp Water
• 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine ground pork, ground beef, gluten-free breadcrumbs, egg, green onion, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix gently until just combined; do not overmix.

3. 3

   Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.

4. 4

   Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.

5. 5

   Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and lightly browned.

6. 6

   While the meatballs are baking, prepare the glaze: In a small saucepan, whisk together honey, rice vinegar, sriracha (if using), cornstarch, and water.

7. 7

   Bring the glaze to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

8. 8

   Once the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the oven and transfer them to the saucepan with the glaze.

9. 9

   Toss the meatballs in the glaze until they are evenly coated.

10. 10

    Serve the Asian glazed meatballs hot, garnished with sesame seeds (if using).

Recipe Variations

• →Try adding different herbs for variety.
• →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.