Spicy Chili Honey Turkey Meatballs (Printable)

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

# Ingredient list:

→ 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 chopped cilantro or green onions

# How to Make It:

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, green onions, soy sauce, sriracha, black pepper, and salt. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
03 - Using damp hands, form the mixture into 20 small meatballs and arrange evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through and lightly browned.
05 - In a small saucepan, combine honey, sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
06 - Transfer baked meatballs to a large bowl. Pour warm chili honey glaze over meatballs and toss gently to coat evenly.
07 - Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and cilantro or green onions if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The honey-sriracha glaze provides a delightful sweet and spicy kick.
  • Oven-baking makes the process simple and keeps the meatballs juicy.
  • Versatile enough to be served as a main course or a party appetizer.
  • Naturally dairy-free and easily adaptable for gluten-free diets.
02 -
  • Use damp hands when rolling the meatballs to prevent the meat from sticking to your skin.
  • Ensure the glaze is simmered until it slightly thickens so it clings well to the meatballs.
  • Check product labels carefully to manage allergen information regarding egg, gluten, and sesame.
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