Easy Sticky Asian Meatballs {Soy Free} Recipe

Introduction

These Easy Sticky Asian Meatballs are tender, juicy, and packed with authentic flavors. Baked to perfection and coated in a sweet and savory sticky sauce, they make a quick and satisfying dinner for the whole family in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 lb ground chicken
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp arrowroot flour
• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
• 1/4 cup poblano pepper, optional for spicier taste
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
• 2 tbsp coconut aminos
• Salt to taste
• 1/3 – 1/2 cup coconut aminos (for sauce)
• 2/3 cup chicken stock
• 3 – 4 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 heaping tbsp arrowroot flour (for sauce)
• 1/2 tsp fresh or ground ginger (for sauce)
• 1 clove garlic, minced, optional (for sauce)
• 1 tbsp coconut sugar, optional (for sauce)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease a baking sheet with avocado oil.
2. Step 2: Finely chop the green onions, garlic, and poblano pepper; set aside.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, combine ground pork, ground chicken, egg, arrowroot flour, chopped green onions, poblano pepper, garlic, ginger, coconut aminos, and salt. Mix well using a spoon or your hands.
4. Step 4: Wet your hands with cold water and roll the mixture into 24–26 meatballs. Place them on the greased baking sheet.
5. Step 5: Bake the meatballs for 13–15 minutes, then broil for 2 minutes. Ensure they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
6. Step 6: Meanwhile, prepare the sticky sauce by whisking coconut aminos, chicken stock, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and coconut sugar in a skillet.
7. Step 7: Add the arrowroot flour to the skillet and whisk until smooth with no clumps.
8. Step 8: Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce heat to low and stir frequently until it thickens, about 2–3 minutes.
9. Step 9: Transfer the baked meatballs into the skillet and coat them thoroughly with the sticky sauce.
10. Step 10: Garnish with extra green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• Substitute turkey or beef for pork and chicken if preferred; pork adds extra flavor due to its fat content.
• If the sauce isn’t thickening, keep stirring and slightly increase the heat until desired consistency is reached.
• Since coconut aminos are naturally salty, adjust added salt accordingly.
• If using soy sauce instead of coconut aminos, reduce the soy sauce amount and increase chicken stock because soy sauce is saltier.

Storage

Store leftover meatballs and sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat or microwave until warmed through, stirring occasionally to redistribute the sauce.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these meatballs gluten-free?

Yes, this recipe uses arrowroot flour instead of wheat flour, making it naturally gluten-free.

Can I use just one type of meat instead of pork and chicken?

Absolutely. You can use all ground chicken, pork, turkey, or beef. Just remember pork adds extra moisture and flavor to the meatballs.

Easy Sticky Asian Meatballs {Soy Free} Recipe

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This Easy Sticky Asian Meatball recipe features tender and juicy meatballs made from ground pork and chicken, baked to perfection and coated in a sweet and umami sticky sauce made with coconut aminos. Baked in under 30 minutes, it’s a perfect family-friendly dinner that’s soy-free and bursting with authentic Asian flavors.

• Author: lina
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 17 minutes
• Total Time: 27 minutes
• Yield: 24–26 meatballs 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Asian
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Asian Meatballs

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 lb ground chicken
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp arrowroot flour
• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
• 1/4 cup poblano pepper, optional for spicier taste
• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
• 2 tbsp coconut aminos
• Salt to taste

Asian Sticky Sauce

• 1/3 – 1/2 cup coconut aminos
• 2/3 cup chicken stock
• 3 – 4 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 heaping tbsp arrowroot flour
• 1/2 tsp fresh or ground ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced, optional
• 1 tbsp coconut sugar, optional

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease a baking sheet with avocado oil to prevent sticking.
2. Chop Aromatics: Finely chop green onions, garlic, and poblano pepper (if using) and set aside to add to the meatball mixture.
3. Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground pork, ground chicken, egg, arrowroot flour, chopped green onions, poblano pepper, garlic, ginger, coconut aminos, and salt. Mix thoroughly using a spoon or your hands until well combined.
4. Form Meatballs: Wet your hands with cold water to prevent sticking and roll the mixture into approximately 24–26 meatballs.
5. Bake Meatballs: Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 13-15 minutes. Then broil for 2 minutes to brown the tops. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safety.
6. Prepare Sticky Asian Sauce: In a skillet, whisk together coconut aminos, chicken stock, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic (if using), and coconut sugar until combined.
7. Thicken Sauce: Sprinkle arrowroot flour into the skillet, whisking rigorously to dissolve all clumps. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to low heat and stir frequently until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
8. Combine Meatballs and Sauce: Transfer the baked meatballs into the skillet with the sticky sauce and toss gently to coat.
9. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle extra chopped green onions and sesame seeds on top before serving. Enjoy your sticky Asian meatballs!

Notes

• You can substitute ground pork and chicken with turkey or beef, but pork adds more flavor due to its fat content.
• If the sauce does not thicken properly, continue stirring and slightly increase the heat.
• Coconut aminos are naturally salty, so adjust added salt accordingly to avoid oversalting.
• If substituting soy sauce for coconut aminos, use less soy sauce and more chicken stock because soy sauce is saltier; adjust coconut aminos up to 1/2 cup to taste.

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