Description:
These air fryer teriyaki meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and coated in a delicious teriyaki glaze. They’re perfect as an appetizer, snack, or served with rice and veggies for a complete meal.
Preparation Time:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
Serves: 4 people
Ingredients:
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef or chicken
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ginger powder
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Teriyaki Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
Garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
Optional Sides:
- Steamed rice
- Stir-fried vegetables
Instructions:
- Prepare the Meatballs:
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef or chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, ginger powder, green onions, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix well and form into 16-20 small meatballs.
- Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and preheat for 3 minutes.
- Cook the Meatballs:
- Place the meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the meatballs are golden and cooked through.
- Make the Teriyaki Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch mixture.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sauce thickens.
- Glaze the Meatballs:
- Toss the cooked meatballs in the teriyaki sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve:
- Transfer to a serving plate, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, and serve warm with rice and stir-fried vegetables if desired.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 290
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fat: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 8g
Notes:
- Add red pepper flakes to the sauce for a spicy kick.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and tamari for a gluten-free version.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge and reheated in the air fryer for 3-4 minutes.
Enjoy these savory and sweet air fryer teriyaki meatballs—perfect for any occasion! 🍡✨