Best 7 Teriyaki Meatball Appetizers Recipes

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When it comes to delectable appetizers, the tantalizing flavors of teriyaki meatballs reign supreme. These mouthwatering morsels are a delightful symphony of sweet, savory, and tangy notes, guaranteed to tantalize taste buds and leave guests craving more. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or a formal party, teriyaki meatballs are a versatile dish that can be easily customized to suit any occasion. From classic recipes passed down through generations to modern twists that add a touch of innovation, there's a teriyaki meatball recipe out there for everyone. So, let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for teriyaki meatball appetizers that will wow your guests and create lasting memories.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

TERIYAKI MEATBALLS



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A quick and easy teriyaki sauce of soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar glazes flavorful meatballs seasoned with garlic, ginger, and scallions.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 1h30m

Yield Makes 20 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon chopped garlic (from 2 large cloves)
2 tablespoons chopped peeled fresh ginger (from a 2-inch piece)
2 scallions, chopped (1/4 cup), plus more greens thinly sliced for serving
1 pound ground beef (80 percent lean)
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
Toasted sesame seeds, for serving

Steps:

  • Mince garlic, ginger, and scallions in a food processor. In a bowl, gently combine garlic mixture with ground beef and salt. Form mixture into 20 meatballs, each 1 1/4 inch in diameter. Chill at least 1 hour and up to overnight.
  • Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium high. Add meatballs and cook, frequently shaking the skillet to turn them, until browned and cooked through, about 7 minutes. Remove meatballs to plate. Add soy sauce, honey, and vinegar. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch into 3 tablespoons water and stir into skillet, scraping brown bits from the bottom. Cook until sauce is thickened, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Return meatballs to skillet, toss to coat. Serve immediately, topped with scallions and sesame seeds.

TERIYAKI MEATBALL APPETIZERS



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Kikkoman Teriyaki Marinade & Sauce gives these easy meatballs a delectable flavor.

Provided by Kikkoman

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Kikkoman

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons minced onion
¼ cup Kikkoman Teriyaki Marinade & Sauce
2 pounds lean ground beef
1 cup Kikkoman Panko Bread Crumbs
Kikkoman Teriyaki Baste & Glaze

Steps:

  • Combine onion, Teriyaki sauce, Panko and ground beef in a large bowl and mix well. Shape into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place on an ungreased nonstick baking sheet or shallow baking pan. Bake at 325 degrees F. 20 minutes. Toss with additional Teriyaki Baste & Glaze before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 51.6 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 382.1 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

CHICKEN TERIYAKI MEATBALLS RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Teriyaki Meatballs Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: ground chicken, egg, panko breadcrumbs, garlic, fresh ginger, soy sauce, scallion, salt, pepper, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, brown sugar, garlic, fresh ginger, cornstarch, water, sesame seed, scallion

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 lb ground chicken
1 egg
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, shredded
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons scallion, chopped
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
½ cup soy sauce
½ tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
½ tablespoon sriracha
½ cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, shredded
½ tablespoon cornstarch
½ tablespoon water
sesame seed, optional
scallion, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400ºF (200ºC). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Combine all ingredients for the meatballs in a bowl.
  • Mix until all ingredients are well-blended.
  • Use an ice cream scoop or a spoon and form into meatballs. Place on the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes (until lightly browned and the chicken is cooked through).
  • In the meantime, prepare the glaze! Pour soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, sriracha, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar into a sauce pan.
  • Turn on medium heat, and stir until the sugar has dissolved.
  • Then, pour in the cornstarch slurry and whisk until the sauce has thickened (about 5 minutes).
  • Add the meatballs to the sauce pan and evenly coat them with the teriyaki glaze.
  • Serve over rice or serve on their own! Garnish with Scallions and Sesame Seeds.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 638 calories, Carbohydrate 70 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 45 grams, Sugar 42 grams

ASIAN MEATBALLS WITH TERIYAKI GLAZE



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These easy stir fry-inspired meatballs, finished with a four-ingredient teriyaki glaze, are the perfect new appetizer to add to your list of favorites.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
1/4 cup whole or 2% milk
1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg
3/4 cup water
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil; spray with cooking spray. In small bowl, mix bread crumbs and milk; let stand about 5 minutes or until milk is absorbed.
  • In medium bowl, mix beef, green onions, bell pepper, garlic, sesame oil, salt, egg and bread crumb mixture. Gently stir, taking care not to compress mixture. Shape mixture into 24 (1 1/4-inch) balls; place in pan. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until internal temperature is at least 165°F.
  • Meanwhile, in 8-inch nonstick skillet, mix 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons of the water, the brown sugar, soy sauce and ground ginger over medium heat; heat to simmering. In small bowl, beat remaining 2 tablespoons water and the cornstarch with whisk. Add cornstarch mixture to simmering soy mixture; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove to medium bowl. Add meatballs to bowl; stir gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Meatball, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

TERIYAKI MEATBALLS



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An easy and delicious twist on meatballs! These teriyaki meatballs can be served over rice, or pasta, or even a chewy French bread roll for sub sandwiches.

Provided by Jenn :)

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
¼ cup bread crumbs
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
2 large egg whites
1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple
½ cup soy sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
1 pinch garlic salt, or to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons cornstarch
½ cup cold water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Mix ground beef, bread crumbs, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and egg whites for meatballs together in a bowl until well combined. Form into 1-ounce balls. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).
  • Meanwhile prepare sauce: Combine pineapple, soy sauce, brown sugar, and pepper in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  • Mix cold water and cornstarch together in a small bowl; add to the sauce. Stir and simmer until desired thickness, 3 to 5 minutes. Add meatballs and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 46.4 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1809 mg, Sugar 24.3 g

TERIYAKI MEATBALLS



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This one-time appetizer idea was changed so many times because of my family's suggestions that it eventually became a main course. I think the homemade sauce sets these meatballs apart. - Evette Nowicki, Oak Harbor, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 42 meatballs.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cans (8 ounces each) pineapple chunks
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet yellow pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pound lean ground beef
SAUCE:
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons vinegar
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice; set pineapple aside. In a bowl, combine the onion, peppers, bread crumbs, ginger, salt and reserved pineapple juice. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Place the sauce ingredients in a blender; cover and process for 1 minute. Place 2 tablespoons of sauce in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Add meatballs. Pour remaining sauce over meatballs. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. Place one pineapple chunk on each meatball; secure with a toothpick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 18g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 1009mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

TERIYAKI MEATBALLS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: ground beef, ground pork, panko breadcrumbs, onion, fresh parsley, garlic, eggs, kosher salt, pepper, mirin, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sugar, sesame seed, fresh scallion

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Snacks

Yield 40 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
½ cup onion, finely minced
¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 eggs
kosher salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ cup mirin
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
1 cup soy sauce
½ cup sugar
sesame seed, to serve
2 tablespoons fresh scallion, chopped, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • In a medium-size bowl mix together the beef, pork, bread crumbs, onion, parsley, garlic, eggs, salt, and pepper until just combined.
  • Take a walnut size of the meat mixture and roll into a ball. Repeat with remaining meat and transfer to an oiled rack on a sheet tray.
  • Bake meatballs for 15 minutes, until golden brown. Set aside.
  • In a pan on medium high heat, add the mirin, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir the mixture and bring to a simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add the meatballs and coat them with the sauce.
  • Sprinkle with the sesame seeds and scallions, poke with toothpicks, and serve!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 2 grams

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients beforehand: Chop and measure all ingredients before you start cooking to ensure a smooth cooking process.
  • Use fresh and high-quality ingredients: Fresh ingredients will result in a more flavorful and delicious dish. Look for organic and locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.
  • Don't overcook the meatballs: Overcooked meatballs will become tough and dry. Cook them just until they are cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
  • Make sure the sauce is thick and flavorful: The sauce is what makes these meatballs so special. Simmer it for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and thicken.
  • Serve the meatballs hot and fresh: Teriyaki meatballs are best served hot and fresh out of the oven. They can be served as an appetizer or main course.

Conclusion:

Teriyaki meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that will impress your guests. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy recipe, give these teriyaki meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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