Name: Mongolian Meatballs & Broccoli: Your New Go-To Weeknight Meal!
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients: For the Meatballs:; 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1 egg; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon ginger, grated; Salt and pepper to taste; For the Sauce & Broccoli Stir-fry:; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup hoisin sauce or teriyaki sauce; 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar; 2 teaspoons rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 head broccoli, chopped into florets; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; Optional: sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon ginger, grated
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Sauce & Broccoli Stir-fry:

1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup hoisin sauce or teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 head broccoli, chopped into florets
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Optional: sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, soy sauce, grated ginger, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Shape the mixture into small, evenly-sized meatballs. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a little oil. Cook the meatballs until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in the same skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Add the cooked meatballs back into the skillet and coat them evenly with the sauce. Let simmer for 5-7 minutes until flavors meld.
While the meatballs simmer, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a separate large skillet or wok over high heat. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender but still crispy.
Pour a tablespoon of water or broth into the pan and cover for a minute to steam the broccoli slightly. Remove lid, drizzle with soy sauce or sesame oil, toss, and cook another minute.
Combine the broccoli stir-fry with the meatballs or serve side-by-side on a plate. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

You can substitute ground chicken or turkey for a leaner version.
Adjust sauce sweetness and saltiness to taste.
Pre-cook broccoli for softer texture or leave it crisp for more bite.

Author: Serena Miller
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Diet: Nut-Free

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 420 Kcal
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 1250mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 85mg