I love easy, one-pot meals like these savory and tender Asian Glazed Meatballs! Served over hot white rice or noodles, and sprinkled with green onions and sesame seeds, they’re a real showstopper! If you’re entertaining guests, or just cooking a family dinner, this meal is perfect. Ready in just 30 minutes, it makes a perfect busy weeknight dinner option and is loved by both kids and adults. If you enjoy beef, you’ll love my Hamburgers, Steak Fajitas, and Cheesy Pizza Taco Sticks recipes!
These tasty meatballs are smothered in a sticky Asian glaze and are perfect for game day appetizers and parties! They’re so simple and quick to make, taste absolutely divine, and will likely become a family favorite as soon as you make them.
The meatballs are made with ground beef, breadcrumbs, an egg, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil while the glaze is made of ginger, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, and sriracha, forming one unforgettable appetizer or main dish that everyone will love! Optional garnishes include sesame seeds and chives and are highly recommended for the best taste.
How to make the best Asian Glazed Meatballs
If you want to make the best Asian Glazed Meatballs, you need to first gather the ingredients.
STEP 1: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease the baking sheet.
STEP 2: Combine the beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a large bowl, using your hands.
STEP 3: Roll the meat into approximately 1.5-inch balls and drop them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until there is no pink in the center.
STEP 4: In the meantime, add the ginger, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, and sriracha to a large saucepan, and cook over medium to high heat. Bring to a boil, constantly stirring until it thickens, about 5 minutes.
STEP 5: Place the cooked meatballs in the glaze and gently stir them, coating them with the sauce. Serve over hot rice or noodles. Top with sesame seeds and chopped chives.
Low Carb Options
If you’re on a low carb or keto diet, you can omit the breadcrumbs and serve it over riced cauliflower, zoodles, or a salad for a low carb meal.
Can I make this as an appetizer?
Yes, you can; I recommend doubling the recipe if you’re planning on making the meatballs as an appetizer.
More beef recipes you’ll love!
Black Pepper Beef Cabbage Stir Fry
Low-Carb Hamburger Steak and Gravy with Broccoli and Cauliflower Rice
Copycat Hot Dog on a Stick Recipe
Final Thoughts
Finally, if you make these Asian Glazed Meatballs, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I love to hear from everyone who makes this recipe and always try my best to respond to all comments.
If you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag #elisemccollister on Instagram! It makes me so happy to see your recipe photos!
Asian Glazed Meatballs
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1/2 c breadcrumbs any kind
- 1 egg lightly beaten
- 1 tbsp garlic minced
- 1 tsp ginger grated
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Glaze
- 1 tsp ginger grated
- 1/2 c hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp honey + 1 teaspoon
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sriracha
Topping
- 1/2 tsp sesame seeds optional
- 3 chives chopped, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease the baking sheet.
- Combine the beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a large bowl, using your hands.
- Roll the meat into approximately 1.5-inch balls and drop them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until there is no pink in the center.
- In the meantime, add the ginger, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, and sriracha to a large saucepan, and cook over medium to high heat. Bring to a boil, constantly stirring until it thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Place the cooked meatballs in the glaze and gently stir them, coating them with the sauce. Serve over hot rice or noodles. Top with sesame seeds and chopped chives.
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