Spicy Chili Honey Turkey Meatballs (Print version)

Juicy turkey meatballs glazed in sweet spicy honey-sriracha sauce, ready in 45 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ For the Meatballs

01 - 1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1 large egg
03 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 2 green onions, finely chopped
06 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
07 - 1 teaspoon sriracha
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ For the Chili Honey Glaze

10 - 3 tablespoons honey
11 - 2 tablespoons sriracha
12 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
13 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
14 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil

→ Garnish

15 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
16 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or green onions, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, chopped green onions, soy sauce, sriracha, black pepper, and salt. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
03 - With damp hands, form the turkey mixture into 20 small meatballs. Arrange them evenly on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
04 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through and lightly browned on the exterior.
05 - While meatballs bake, combine honey, sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
06 - Transfer baked meatballs to a large bowl. Pour the warm chili honey glaze over the meatballs and toss gently to coat evenly. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro or green onions.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Lean and Juicy: Uses ground turkey for a lighter but flavorful bite.
  • Perfect Balance: The honey-sriracha glaze provides a delightful sweet and spicy kick.
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 45 minutes with simple pantry staples.
  • Versatile: Works as a dinner main or a party snack.
02 -
  • Wet your hands with water for smoother, easier meatball rolling.
  • Keep an eye on the glaze as it simmers; it should be thick enough to coat but still pourable.
  • If you want extra caramelization, you can broil the meatballs for the last 1-2 minutes of baking.
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