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Sticky Mongolian Meatballs and Broccoli

Sticky Mongolian Meatballs and Broccoli Ready in 30 Minutes

This quick recipe for Sticky Mongolian Meatballs and Broccoli combines sweet and savory flavors for a quick meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or turkey, chicken, or pork for variety
  • 3 stalks Green Onions chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger minced (or ginger paste)
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced or garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Broccoli
  • 4 cups Broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil or canola oil
  • 1/2 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar or honey/maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Wine Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch or arrowroot starch
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds optional

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped green onions, minced ginger, minced garlic, kosher salt, and pepper. Mix until fully incorporated and form into tablespoon-sized meatballs.
    Sticky Mongolian Meatballs and Broccoli
  3. Rinse the broccoli florets under cold water, then toss them with olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper. Arrange them on the baking sheet next to the meatballs.
  4. Bake the meatballs and broccoli in the preheated oven for 15 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
  5. In a medium skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, minced ginger, water, rice wine vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Let simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.
  6. Whisk cornstarch with ½ cup of water until smooth, then stir into the sauce and cook for another minute until thick.
  7. Carefully transfer the baked meatballs to the skillet with the sauce and toss until well-coated.
  8. Serve over rice or noodles, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 680mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For easy cleanup, use parchment paper or aluminum foil on the baking sheet and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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