Teriyaki Meatballs

Teriyaki meatballs are baked and tossed with a sweet and tangy pineapple sauce—perfect for serving over rice or pasta, or on French bread for a sandwich.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 304 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple
• ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pound ground beef
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 pinch garlic salt, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
• 2 large egg whites
• 0.5 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup bread crumbs
• 0.5 cup cold water

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

Step 2

Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, minced garlic, and egg whites in a bowl. Form into 1-ounce meatballs. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into centers should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).

Step 4

Meanwhile, combine pineapple, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup brown sugar, garlic salt, and black pepper in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

Step 5

Mix cold water and cornstarch together in a small bowl; stir into sauce. Stir and simmer until desired thickness, 3 to 5 minutes. Add meatballs; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.