Best 2 Mongolian Beef Meatballs Recipes

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Mongolian beef meatballs, a culinary creation that combines the essence of East Asian cuisine with the convenience of a meatball format. These delectable morsels pack a punch of savory and slightly sweet notes, sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, this recipe is designed for ease and enjoyment, ensuring that you can recreate this restaurant-quality dish in the comfort of your own kitchen. Along with the Mongolian beef meatballs, this article also features a delightful array of dipping sauces, each offering a unique flavor profile to complement the meatballs. From the classic sweet and sour sauce to the creamy and tangy Sriracha mayonnaise, these sauces elevate the meatballs to a whole new level of deliciousness.

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MONGOLIAN BEEF MEATBALLS

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Turn your favorite Asian take out into Mongolian beef meatballs! These meatballs are made with ground beef and are tender to the core. Toss them in a sweet, savory, and sticky glaze and watch the crowd gobble them up for game day!

Provided by Marzia

Categories Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

½ cup EACH: Panko breadcrumbs AND thinly sliced green onions (white only, keep greens for serving!)
1 large egg
1 tablespoon EACH: minced garlic AND low sodium soy sauce
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon EACH: red pepper flakes AND white pepper
1 pound ground beef
½ cup water
⅓ cup brown sugar
¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
4 cloves garlic grated
2 teaspoons EACH: sesame oil AND grated ginger
1 tablespoon EACH: oyster sauce AND hoisin sauce
⅛ teaspoon EACH: red pepper flakes AND white pepper
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

PREP: Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 450ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, set aside.
MEATBALLS: In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, green onions, egg, minced garlic, soy sauce, salt, and white pepper. Mixed together until totally combined. Then, add the ground beef and mix until *just combined* you don't want to overwork the meat or you'll have tough meatballs. Shape the meatball mixture into meatballs using 1 ½ tablespoon (scant) of mix per meatball. I like to make them small since these are appetizers. Line the meatballs on the baking sheet and bake the meatballs for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
SAUCE: While the meatballs are baking, heat the ingredients for the sauce (except the sesame seeds) in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Use a whisk to dissolve the sugar and allow the sauce to come to a simmer before lowering the heat to low. Allow the sauce to simmer for 5-6 minutes (you want it to just barely bubble on the surface.) Stir frequently so the sauce doesn't burn.
SERVE: When the meatballs are cooked, add them to the skillet and toss them in the sauce to coat. If your skillet is small, you can add ½ of the meatballs, coat and remove them to a serving dish. Sprinkle the meatballs with the toasted sesame seeds and the slivered green onions and serve!

MARVELOUS MONGOLIAN MEATBALLS

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My meatball recipe inspired by Chef John's Mongolian Pork Chops is absolutely delicious. A wonderful recipe for a party. Serve them as an appetizer with toothpicks, and they will disappear before your eyes. They can also make a meal sandwiched in a hero or over a bed of pasta.

Provided by Brian Bower

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian

Time 3h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 22

Ingredients

½ cup hoisin sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons hot sauce
½ teaspoon ground white pepper
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound ground beef
½ pound ground lamb
½ head cabbage, chopped
1 yellow onion, chopped
½ cup panko bread crumbs
½ cup grated carrot
1 tablespoon ground ginger
¼ cup chopped green onion
6 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
Whisk hoisin sauce, 4 cloves garlic, red wine vinegar, soy sauce, grated ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, hot sauce, white pepper, and black pepper together in a large bowl.
Mix ground beef, ground lamb, cabbage, yellow onion, panko, carrot, ground ginger, green onion, 6 cloves chopped garlic, garlic salt, black pepper, and 2 tablespoons of the hoisin sauce mixture together in a separate bowl; shape into meatballs and arrange on a jelly roll pan.
Bake in preheated oven until no longer pink in the middle, about 25 minutes. Shake pan to turn meatballs, switch oven to Broil, and cook under the broiler until browned, about 10 minutes more. Set aside to cool.
Transfer warm meatballs to slow cooker and pour hoisin sauce mixture over the meatballs.
Cook on Low, stirring intermittently, for 2 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 36.6 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 518.8 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

Tips:

Use ground beef with a higher fat content (80/20 or 85/15). This will help keep the meatballs moist and juicy.
Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
Use a large skillet or wok to cook the meatballs. This will help them brown evenly.
Don't overcrowd the skillet or wok when cooking the meatballs. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
Cook the meatballs over medium-high heat until they are browned on all sides. This will help them develop a nice flavor.
Make sure the sauce is simmering before adding the meatballs. This will help prevent the sauce from sticking to the bottom of the skillet or wok.
Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 15 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
Serve the meatballs with rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Mongolian beef meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The meatballs are moist and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and slightly sweet. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.