Teriyaki Pork and Shrimp Meatballs
Teriyaki Pork and Shrimp Meatballs are a delicious blend of savory pork and succulent shrimp, glazed in a sweet and tangy teriyaki sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, these meatballs are easy to prepare and impressive to serve. With a delightful flavor explosion in every bite, they will quickly become a favorite at your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground pork
- 8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp mirin or rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground pork, chopped shrimp, panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, green onions, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Meanwhile, in a saucepan over medium heat, combine teriyaki sauce, brown sugar, mirin (or rice vinegar), and sesame oil. Stir until bubbly and slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Toss baked meatballs in the sauce until well coated. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, marinate the meatball mixture for about 30 minutes before baking. Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for the pork. Add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition.