Asian Style Meatballs

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef or pork
• 3/4 cup plain panko breadcrumbs
• 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 cup sliced scallions
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup water
For the sauce:
• 1/3 cup hoisin sauce
• 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 3 Tbsp soy sauce
• 1/2 tsp sesame oil
• a handful of sliced scallions

Instructions

1. Oven at 375 degrees.
2. Add the beef, panko, sesame oil, garlic powder, ginger, egg, scallion and water to a bowl. Mix to combine.
3. Form into approximately 1-1 1/2 inch balls. Place on a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for about 15-18 minutes until lightly golden.
4. Add all the ingredients for the sauce to a small saucepan over medium low heat. Stir to combine and cook until warmed through.
5. Toss the cooked meatballs in the sauce. Garnish with scallions.