Description
Savory low carb keto baked Asian turkey meatballs combine zesty ginger, garlic, and green onions with lean ground turkey. Drizzled with sesame-soy glaze, these protein-packed morsels deliver bold Asian-inspired flavors you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
- 450g / 1 lb Ground turkey
- 1 Large egg
- 1 Medium green onion (sliced thinly)
- 15ml / 1 tbsp Coconut aminos
- 80ml / ⅓ cup Coconut aminos
- 15g / ½ oz Pork rinds (crushed) or 30g / ¼ cup Almond flour
- 5g / 1 tsp Sea salt
- 5ml / 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 0.5g / ¼ tsp Ground ginger
- 0.5g / ¼ tsp Black pepper
- 0.5g / ¼ tsp Garlic powder
- 2.5ml / ½ tsp Blackstrap molasses (optional)
- 2.5ml / ½ tsp Blackstrap molasses (optional)
Instructions
- Oven Preparation: Set the oven to 200°C / 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for effortless release.
- Mixing Ingredients: In a large bowl, blend all meatball ingredients except ground turkey, ensuring seasonings and binding components are evenly distributed.
- Meatball Formation: Delicately incorporate ground turkey into the mixture, using a gentle folding technique to maintain a light, tender texture and prevent meat compression.
- Shaping and Positioning: Craft uniform 2.5cm / 1-inch meatballs using a cookie scoop, arranging them strategically on the prepared baking sheet with sufficient spacing.
- Initial Roasting: Bake the meatballs for 10 minutes, achieving a perfectly cooked interior while avoiding overcooking.
- Caramelization: Activate the broiler or grill function for 1-3 minutes, developing a golden-brown exterior with subtle caramelized edges.
- Sauce Preparation: Whisk sauce ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat, simmering for 10-15 minutes until the mixture reaches a rich, slightly thickened consistency.
- Finishing Touch: Transfer meatballs to the saucepan, gently coating each piece for complete sauce coverage, and garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Meat Selection Matters: Choose lean ground turkey with a fat content around 93/7 to ensure moist, tender meatballs without excessive greasiness.
- Avoid Overworking Mixture: Mix ingredients gently and minimally to prevent tough, dense meatballs that can become rubbery when baked.
- Uniform Sizing Ensures Even Cooking: Use a cookie scoop for consistent meatball sizes, guaranteeing uniform cooking and professional presentation.
- Broiling Technique Enhances Flavor: The brief broiling step adds caramelization and depth, transforming ordinary meatballs into restaurant-quality appetizers.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg