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Delicious Sticky Mongolian Beef Meatballs served on a plate with garnish.

Sticky Mongolian Beef Meatballs

Savory and sweet, these Sticky Mongolian Beef Meatballs are easy to make and perfect for any meal. Serve them with rice or noodles for a satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Mongolian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped For garnish.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
Cooking Ingredients
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • for serving Cooked rice or noodles To serve with meatballs.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, green onions, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into meatballs.
Cooking
  1. Place the meatballs and broccoli on a baking sheet.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Heat over medium heat until the mixture thickens.
  3. Drizzle this sauce over the meatballs and broccoli.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through.

Notes

Ensure the meatballs are evenly sized for even cooking. Feel free to customize the sauce with your favorite ingredients, like ginger or chili flakes. For a lighter version, you can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.