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Crispy Air Fryer Teriyaki Meatballs

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Quick and easy air fryer meatballs glazed with a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, ready in under 15 minutes for a perfect weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 ground chuck recommended)
  • ½ cup (45g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon ginger powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ½ cup (120ml) teriyaki sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, pepper, and sesame oil. Mix gently by hand until just combined.
  2. Roll the mixture into uniform balls, about 1.5 inches in diameter (yields 16-18 meatballs). Place on a parchment-lined plate.
  3. In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together teriyaki sauce, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Simmer for 1 minute.
  4. In a small cup, mix cornstarch with water until smooth. Pour into the saucepan and whisk constantly until the sauce thickens (about 30 seconds). Remove from heat.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
  6. Place meatballs in the air fryer basket in a single layer without overlapping. Cook for 4 minutes.
  7. Open basket, shake or turn meatballs to ensure even browning. Cook for another 4 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Return cooked meatballs to the basket. Pour about half the glaze over them and toss gently to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to set the glaze.
  9. Remove from air fryer, toss with remaining glaze, and serve immediately. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure crispiness. Use cornstarch slurry to thicken the glaze so it sticks to the meatballs. Glaze meatballs after cooking to prevent burning the sugar in the sauce. For a lower-carb version, substitute panko with almond flour.

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