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Mongolian Meatballs

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Mongolian Meatballs are savory, tender meatballs coated in a sweet and tangy soy-based sauce, perfect as a flavorful appetizer or main dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for frying)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Additional chopped green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, beaten egg, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce. Mix until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set aside on a plate.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove meatballs and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, combine brown sugar, remaining soy sauce, water, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat.
  5. Add the cooked meatballs back into the skillet and toss to coat them evenly with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Remove from heat and transfer meatballs to a serving dish. Garnish with sesame seeds and additional chopped green onions.
  7. Serve hot as an appetizer or over steamed rice for a complete meal.

Notes

For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce or serve with a side of sriracha.

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