Teriyaki Meatballs
Teriyaki meatballs are a delicious and easy dish to prepare for any occasion. The combination of savory teriyaki sauce and tender meat creates a burst of flavor that will leave your taste buds tingling. Whether you're serving them as an appetizer or as part of a main course, these meatballs are sure to be a hit with your guests. For an extra burst of freshness, consider garnishing the meatballs with some chopped green onions or sesame seeds. The versatility of this dish makes it a great addition to any meal plan, so don't hesitate to give it a try! Serve them on a bed of cauliflower rice for the ultimate easy meal that supports your metabolic health. Bookmark this tasty teriyaki meatball recipe. It is a family favorite!
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 2 pounds grass fed ground beef bison, pastured turkey or pork or any combination
- 1 large egg look for pastured eggs
- 1 tsp fresh ginger minced
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/3 cup onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup hemp hearts
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- green onion minced for garnish
Teriyaki Sauce
- 1 cup coconut aminos
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 2 1/2 tbsp filtered water
- 1 tbsp monkfruit sweetener or coconut sugar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tsp sesame seed oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger minced
- 2 tsp arrowroot powder dissolved in 1 1/2 tbsp of water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and cover a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Add all the meatball ingredients (except for the green onion garnish) to a bowl and mix until combined
- Roll the meatball mixture into 2" balls. Place meatballs on the sheet pan. Bake for 20 – 25 minutes or until they are thoroughly cooked
- In a saucepan on the stovetop, add all of the sauce ingredients (except for the arrowroot/water mixture) and heat on medium-high. Once the mixture is hot and bubbly, mix in the arrowroot powder dissolved in water. Stir frequently. As the sauce heats, it will begin to thicken.
- Transfer the cooked meatballs to the thickened sauce and thoroughly coat the meatballs
- Serve over cauliflower rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 591kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 34gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 138mgSodium: 1269mgPotassium: 452mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 133IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 6mg
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