Description
This Sticky Mongolian Meatballs and Broccoli recipe brings bold flavors with juicy meatballs coated in a sweet and savory Mongolian-style sauce, paired with tender-crisp broccoli. It’s an easy, flavorful dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep!
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Ingredients
Scale
For the Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (for frying)
For the Sticky Mongolian Sauce
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup beef or chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
For the Broccoli
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnishes (Optional)
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
- Red pepper flakes (for spice)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Meatballs
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, soy sauce, garlic powder, ginger powder, black pepper, and green onions until combined.
- Roll into 1-inch meatballs.
- Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook meatballs, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through (about 8–10 minutes).
- Baking Option: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes.
Step 2: Make the Mongolian Sauce
- In a saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, broth, ginger, garlic, hoisin sauce, and rice vinegar. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and let the sauce thicken (about 2 minutes).
Step 3: Cook the Broccoli
- In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon sesame oil and sauté the broccoli over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, until tender-crisp.
Step 4: Combine & Serve
- Add cooked meatballs to the sauce, tossing to coat.
- Serve over rice or noodles, with broccoli on the side.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
Use Fresh Ginger & Garlic – It makes a big difference in flavor!
Adjust Sweetness – Reduce sugar if you prefer a less sweet sauce.
Make it Spicy – Add red pepper flakes or Sriracha to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired