Sesame-Soy Meatballs

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
6%
Sesame-Soy Meatballs
45 min.
4
349kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner with a dish that is both delicious and healthy? Look no further than these mouthwatering Sesame-Soy Meatballs! Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, these meatballs are not only packed with flavor but also cater to various dietary needs, making them an excellent choice for everyone at the table.

Imagine the rich aroma of garlic mingling with the nutty essence of dark sesame oil as you prepare these delightful bites. The combination of brown sugar and chile paste adds a sweet and spicy kick that will tantalize your taste buds. Each meatball is crafted with care, using high-quality ground sirloin, ensuring a satisfying and protein-rich meal that will keep you energized throughout the day.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 20 perfectly browned meatballs, ideal for sharing with family or friends. Whether served as a main dish or a hearty appetizer, these meatballs are sure to impress. With a caloric breakdown that highlights a healthy balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can indulge without the guilt. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy a culinary adventure that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons brown sugar 
  • tablespoon chile paste (such as sambal oelek)
  • tablespoons sesame oil dark
  •  garlic cloves finely minced
  • 0.3 cup green onions minced
  • pound ground sirloin 
  • tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 40
  2. Combine first 7 ingredients in a large bowl.
  3. Add beef; mix gently to combine. With moist hands, shape beef mixture into 20 (1 1/2-inch) meatballs.
  4. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add half of the meatballs to pan; cook 4 minutes, turning to brown meatballs on all sides. Arrange browned meatballs in a single layer on a jelly-roll pan coated with cooking spray. Repeat procedure with remaining meatballs.
  6. Bake meatballs at 400 for 7 minutes or until done.

Nutrition Facts

Calories349kcal
Protein26.19%
Fat62.51%
Carbs11.3%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.5
Glycemic Load
0.54
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
12.676521715911%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.97mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:348.86kcal
17.44%
Fat:24.1g
37.07%
Saturated Fat:7.66g
47.87%
Carbohydrates:9.81g
3.27%
Net Carbohydrates:9.39g
3.42%
Sugar:6.48g
7.2%
Cholesterol:77.11mg
25.7%
Sodium:656.76mg
28.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.71g
45.43%
Vitamin B12:2.46µg
41.01%
Zinc:5.27mg
35.12%
Vitamin B3:5.55mg
27.77%
Selenium:18.78µg
26.83%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
24.07%
Phosphorus:226.12mg
22.61%
Vitamin K:19.8µg
18.86%
Iron:2.81mg
15.6%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.68%
Potassium:440.62mg
12.59%
Magnesium:32.51mg
8.13%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.75%
Vitamin B5:0.7mg
7.02%
Copper:0.11mg
5.52%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.64%
Folate:18.01µg
4.5%
Vitamin C:3.61mg
4.38%
Vitamin E:0.63mg
4.17%
Calcium:40.62mg
4.06%
Vitamin A:91.45IU
1.83%
Fiber:0.42g
1.66%