Description
- Tender turkey or chicken meatballs seared until golden, then simmered in a sticky soy, honey, garlic, and ginger sauce with charred broccoli. A fast, family-friendly stovetop dinner perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
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1 pound ground turkey or chicken
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1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
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1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
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2 green onions, chopped
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Black pepper, to taste
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1/4 cup neutral cooking oil (avocado or sesame)
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3 tablespoons cornstarch, divided
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1/2 cup soy sauce or tamari
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1/4 cup honey
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1/3 cup water
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1 large head broccoli, cut into florets (about 1 1/2 cups)
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4 cloves garlic, chopped
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger
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Pinch of chili flakes
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1–2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, for serving
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Steamed rice, optional
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, mix ground turkey, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, green onions, and black pepper. Stir gently to combine. Shape into tablespoon-size meatballs.
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Place 2 tablespoons cornstarch in a shallow bowl and lightly coat each meatball. Mix remaining 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water to make a slurry.
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Whisk together 1/2 cup soy sauce, honey, and 1/3 cup water to make the sauce.
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Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook, turning often, until browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
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Add broccoli to the skillet and cook until lightly charred, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in garlic, 1 tablespoon chopped ginger, and chili flakes. Cook 1–2 minutes.
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Pour in sauce and bring to a simmer for 3–4 minutes. Return meatballs to skillet and toss to coat.
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Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens, 2–3 minutes.
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Serve warm over rice and top with sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired.
Notes
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Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
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Ground chicken makes a slightly richer result; turkey keeps it lighter.
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You can bake the meatballs at 400°F for 12–15 minutes instead of pan-searing.
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Adjust honey and chili flakes to match preferred sweetness and heat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Quick & Easy Dinners
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired