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Sticky Mongolian Meatballs and Broccoli Recipe

Sticky Mongolian Meatballs and Broccoli Recipe

4.7 from 26 reviews

These Sticky Mongolian Meatballs and Broccoli are a delicious and flavorful dish that combines tender meatballs with a savory, sweet, and slightly spicy sauce. Served with roasted broccoli, this meal is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 4 green onions, finely chopped, plus more for serving
  • 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated (or 2 tablespoons ginger paste)
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced or grated

For the Broccoli:

  • 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Kosher salt and pepper, to taste

For the Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons ginger, minced
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch, whisked with 1/2 cup water

To Garnish:

  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Meatballs: In a bowl, combine the ground beef, green onions, ginger, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Form into tablespoon-size balls and place on one side of the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Roast the Meatballs: Place the broccoli on the other side of the baking sheet. Toss the broccoli with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake for 15 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through.
  4. Make the Sauce: In a large skillet, combine the oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, water, rice wine vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Cook over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes. Whisk in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce thickens.
  5. Combine Meatballs and Sauce: Add the cooked meatballs to the skillet of sauce and toss until coated.
  6. Serve: Serve the meatballs and sauce over rice, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve the broccoli on the side.

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Keywords: Sticky Mongolian Meatballs, Meatball and Broccoli Recipe, Asian Meatball Dish