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Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs with Cheese


  • Author: kyriethefoodie
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Description

My Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs are tender, savory, and filled with a (optional) gooey cheese center that adds a delicious surprise in every bite. Glazed with a rich, slightly sweet teriyaki sauce, they’re a perfect fusion of comfort and Japanese-inspired flavors.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp teriyaki sauce (use store-bought or my homemade one below)
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, minced
  • 1/2 tbsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, cut into 1 cm. cubes for stuffing
  • Teriyaki sauce for drizzling (about 3/4 cup)
  • For garnish (optional): additional green onions

Roasted Broccoli:

  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Drizzle of olive oil

Homemade Teriyaki Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tbsp honey (substitute with brown sugar)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (add more or less depending on thickness preference)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the broccoli florets with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
  3. Spread on a sheet pan and roast for 20–25 minutes, or until lightly browned and tender.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, egg, green onions, 2 tbsp teriyaki sauce, panko, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  5. Scoop a tablespoon and a half of the meat mixture, flatten it in your hand, and place a small cube of mozzarella cheese in the center. Roll the meat around the cheese to form a ball, ensuring the cheese is fully enclosed. Repeat with the remaining meat mixture and cheese. If you are not using cheese, make your meatballs about 2 tablespoons in size.
  6. Arrange the stuffed meatballs on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Bake in the oven for 14–15 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden.
  7. Drizzle the baked meatballs with additional teriyaki sauce, and garnish with additional green onions. Serve alongside the roasted broccoli and rice.

 

For Homemade Teriyaki Sauce:

  1. To a small sauce pan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, water, brown sugar or honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and cornstarch.
  2. Let it cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened. Remove from heat and use as needed. Store in an air-tight container for up to two weeks.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4