Honey Garlic Turkey Meatballs
Savory turkey meatballs glazed in a sweet and tangy honey‑garlic sauce—easy to prep, baked to golden perfection, and perfect for weeknight dinners or appetizers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–18 minutes
- Total Time: 30–35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (4–5 meatballs each) 1x
- Category: Entree / Appetizer
- Method: Baked (or Pan‑Fried)
- Cuisine: American/Asian Fusion
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) lean ground turkey
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- ½ small onion, finely minced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced (for meatballs)
- 1 egg
- 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp olive oil (if pan‑frying)
- — Honey‑Garlic Sauce —
- ½ cup honey
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced (for sauce)
- 1 Tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tsp grated ginger (optional)
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 Tbsp water (slurry)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 °F (205 °C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, minced onion and garlic, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Form mixture into 16–18 meatballs (about 1½ Tbsp each) and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake meatballs for 15–18 minutes, until cooked through and lightly browned. Alternatively, pan‑fry in olive oil over medium heat, turning occasionally, about 10–12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and ginger. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and continue simmering for 2–3 minutes, until sauce thickens into a shiny glaze.
- When meatballs are done, transfer them into the sauce and gently toss to coat (off heat).
- Serve warm, drizzled with extra sauce and garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
- For a gluten‑free version, use gluten‑free breadcrumbs and tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Meatballs can be made ahead and baked from frozen—add a few extra minutes to baking time.
- For added heat, stir in ¼ tsp chili flakes or sriracha into the sauce.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat gently to preserve sauce texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs + 2 Tbsp sauce
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
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