Teriyaki Meatballs

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400F degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup. Top with a baking rack and spray with cooking spray; set aside.

Step 2

Add all of the meatball ingredients to a large bow EXCEPT the ground beef. Whisk together with a fork until thoroughly combined. Add the ground beef and gently combine with your hands (don’t over-mix or your meatballs won’t be as tender).

Step 3

Use a small cookie scoop (1 ½ tablespoon capacity) to roll into meatballs. Place meatballs onto prepared baking sheet without touching. Bake at 400 degrees F for 16-20 minutes or until cooked through.

Step 4

Meanwhile, whisk all of the Teriyaki Sauce ingredients together in a large skillet off heat. Once combined, bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Adjust to taste by adding additional sugar for sweeter, vinegar for tangier or soy sauce for more umami.

Step 5

Add the baked meatballs to the sauce and stir to evenly coat. Serve warm. Alternatively, transfer to the crockpot and keep on the “warm” setting until ready to serve.