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Christmas brown glazed Mongolian meatballs served on a white plate, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, with a shiny sauce coating the tender beef balls, styled with a rustic wooden background and festive accents.

Delicious Mongolian Meatballs for Quick and Savory Meals

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These Mongolian meatballs are flavorful, tender, and coated in a savory sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, egg, bread crumbs, and green onions.
  2. Mix well and form into 1-inch meatballs.
  3. Place meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and browned.
  5. Meanwhile, prepare sauce: in a saucepan, add soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and water. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  6. Toss baked meatballs in sauce or serve sauce on the side. Garnish with sesame seeds and additional green onions.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a splash of sesame oil to the meat mixture.
  • These meatballs can be cooked on the stovetop in the sauce for a softer texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Baking and simmering
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired
  • Diet: Dairy-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg