Hoisin Whiskey Glazed Meatballs
Course: Appetizers, Entrées
Servings
6
servingsCalories
150
kcalServing Size
4
meatballsHoisin sauce, also called Chinese barbecue sauce, adds a lot of flavor and helps to thicken this Asian-inspired glaze.
Ingredients
8 oz 250 g ground turkey
1/3 cup 75 ml quick cooking oats
1/3 cup 75 ml finely chopped green onion (green and white parts)
1 1 medium jalapeno chili pepper, finely chopped (with seeds)
2 2 egg whites
1/4 tsp 1 ml coarsely ground black pepper
2 tbsp 30 ml canola oil
- Glaze
2 tbsp 30 ml hoisin sauce
2 tbsp 30 ml Bourbon or Canadian whiskey
2 tsp 10 ml packed brown sugar substitute blend
Directions
- In medium bowl, combine turkey, oats, green onion, chili pepper, egg whites, pepper and 1 Tbsp (15 mL) of canola oil and shape into 24 small meatballs (about 1 Tbsp/15 mL each).
- Heat 1 Tbsp (15 mL) canola oil in large, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs 6 minutes or until no longer pink in center, turning frequently.
- Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir together hoisin sauce, bourbon and sugar substitute.
- Pour hoisin mixture over meatballs in skillet and cook 15 seconds, stirring gently until well coated. Serve with wooden picks.
Notes
- Cooks note: For better control, use two utensils, such as a fork and a spoon, to turn the meatballs easily.
Nutrition Facts
6 servings per container
- Amount Per ServingCalories150
- % Daily Value *
- Cholesterol 15mg 5%
- Sodium 125mg 6%
- Potassium 36mg 2%
- Total Carbohydrate
11g
4%
- Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
- Sugars 6g
- Protein 12g 24%
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
