Gourmet Teriyaki Glazed Meatball Skewers with Sesame Seeds

⏱️ Prep Time: 20 minutes • 🍢 Cook Time: 15 minutes

Elevate your appetizer spread with these Gourmet Teriyaki Glazed Meatball Skewers. Each bite-sized meatball is glazed in a rich teriyaki sauce, skewered for easy serving, and finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. These skewers are a savory sensation that will delight your taste buds.

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These meatball skewers are a delectable combination of succulent meatballs and a sweet and savory teriyaki glaze. The meatballs, made with a blend of ground meat and aromatic seasonings, are oven-baked to perfection. Once cooked, they are generously brushed with a luscious teriyaki sauce, infusing them with a burst of umami flavor. The finishing touch of toasted sesame seeds adds a delightful nuttiness, making these skewers a gourmet delight that's perfect for any gathering.

Ingredients

🍢 Number of Servings: 6 • 🔥 Calories/Serving: 150

For the Meatballs:

1 pound ground meat (beef, pork, or a mix)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, grated
1 large egg
Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Teriyaki Glaze:

1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin
2 tablespoons sake (or dry white wine)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil

For Garnish:

Toasted sesame seeds
Additional green onions, sliced

Steps

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, green onions, minced garlic, grated ginger, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

Shape the mixture into bite-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake for 15 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden.

Step 5

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the teriyaki glaze by combining soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, and sesame oil in a saucepan. Simmer over medium heat until the sauce thickens.

Step 6

Once the meatballs are done, brush them generously with the teriyaki glaze.

Step 7

Skewer the meatballs onto small appetizer sticks or toothpicks.

Step 8

Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and additional sliced green onions.

Step 9

Serve warm, accompanied by a side of extra teriyaki glaze for dipping.

Make it your own!

Add a kick of spice with a pinch of red pepper flakes in the meatball mixture.
Thread colorful bell peppers or pineapple chunks between the meatballs on the skewers for a vibrant presentation.
Experiment with different ground meats, such as chicken or turkey.

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