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Honey Garlic Turkey Meatballs Recipe

Honey Garlic Turkey Meatballs Recipe
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These Honey Garlic Turkey Meatballs are juicy, tender, and bursting with a flavorful blend of sweet honey and savory garlic. Ready in under 30 minutes using lean ground turkey, they make a healthy, versatile dish perfect for weeknights, parties, or family meals. Cooked with a glossy honey garlic sauce, they’re delicious served with rice, mashed potatoes, or as an appetizer.

Ingredients

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Meatball Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Sauce Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use gluten-free tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/4 cup water or broth

Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly to evenly season without overworking the meat to keep the meatballs tender.
  2. Shape the Meatballs: Use your hands or a small scoop to form the mixture into uniform balls about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. This ensures even cooking and an appealing appearance.
  3. Cook the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches without crowding the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove the cooked meatballs and set aside.
  4. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and water or broth. Simmer gently until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Combine Meatballs and Sauce: Return the meatballs to the skillet and toss gently in the honey garlic sauce until fully coated and glossy. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to meld the flavors.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the meatball ingredients to keep meatballs tender.
  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform meatball size and even cooking.
  • Cook over medium heat to achieve a golden crust without burning.
  • Let meatballs rest for a few minutes after cooking to lock in juices.
  • Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by adding more honey or soy sauce to taste.

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Keywords: honey garlic, turkey meatballs, healthy meatballs, quick dinner, gluten free meatballs, easy appetizers, weeknight meal

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