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Easy Mongolian Meatballs

These Easy Mongolian Meatballs are a delightful and flavorful dish that combines tender meatballs with a sweet and savory sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or served as a delicious appetizer, this recipe is simple to prepare and bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 People
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 frying pan or skillet
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 baking paper optional for easier cleanup
  • 1 meat thermometer optional

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water for thickening
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
  • additional green onions for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking the meatballs.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, green onions, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and ground ginger. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  • Form the mixture into meatballs around 1 inch in diameter and place them on a baking sheet lined with baking paper (if using).
  • Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F).
  • While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sauce. In a frying pan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, water, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
  • Bring the sauce to a simmer and stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
  • Add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Once the meatballs are cooked, add them to the sauce in the frying pan, coating them well.
  • Serve the meatballs warm, garnished with additional green onions.

Notes

You can add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli to the dish if desired.
These meatballs also pair well with rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Feel free to adjust the sweetness or spiciness of the sauce to your taste.