Best Asian Inspired Meatballs With Plum Sauce Recipes

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ASIAN INSPIRED MEATBALLS WITH PLUM SAUCE



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Great little appetizers. I make these every year at Christmas and they are always a hit. I make my own plum sauce and have included the recipe on just a pinch. It's way better than the prepackaged sauces .

Provided by barbara lentz

Categories     Meat Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
1 bunch green onions minced
2 slice white bread
1/2 c buttermilk
1 inch knob of ginger grated
1 Tbsp garlic chili paste
2 Tbsp soy sauce
2 large eggs
1 tsp chinese 5 spice
1 c panko bread crumbs more or less according to the texture of meatballs
oil for frying
store bought or make your own plum sauce. i have a recipe on just a pinch for a fabulous fresh plum sauce

Steps:

  • 1. Soak the bread in the buttermilk and mix it with your fingers until it is almost completely liquefied. Mix all ingredients for meatballs together until well incorporated. Adding more of less breadcrumbs to meet desired texture for meatballs. Roll into balls
  • 2. Preheat oven 350 degrees. Add oil to large skillet, brown meatballs in oil rotating the pan to get a good sear on all sides. Remove meatballs with slotted spoon to baking pan. When all meatballs have been browed bake for 10 to 20 minutes depending on size of meatballs.
  • 3. Remove meatballs from oven place back in large skillet and pour plum sauce over top. cook a couple of minutes to warm sauce. Place on toothpicks and ready to serve. Makes between 40 and 80 meatballs depending on size.

MEATBALLS IN PLUM SAUCE



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These are delicious...they are great for parties. Always the first thing to go when I take these anywhere! People will be asking for the recipe. I will be making these for my daughters graduation party, requested by her. Enjoy!

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 c milk
1 c soft bread crumbs
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/8 tsp ground cloves
3/4 lb lean ground beef
3/4 lb ground pork
2 Tbsp oil
1/2 tsp beef bouillion paste, or granules
1/2 c boiling water
3 Tbsp flour
1 c plum jam
1/2 c chili sauce

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, pour milk over bread crumbs; let stand for 10 minutes. Add the egg, Worcestershire sauce, onion, salt, pepper and cloves. Crumble beef and pork over mixture and mix well (mixture will be soft). ( I sometimes add some flour if too soft) Shape into 1-in. balls.
  • 2. In a large skillet, brown meatballs in oil in batches. Drain on paper towels. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish.
  • 3. In a small bowl, dissolve bouillon in water. Stir flour into pan drippings until blended; add the bouillon mixture, jam and chili sauce. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Pour over meatballs.
  • 4. Cover and bake at 350° for 30-45 minutes or until cooked through. I always double the batch, and never any leftovers.

ASIAN MEATBALLS WITH PLUM SAUCE



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Two-flavor meatballs with a delicious sweet-sour sauce that is to die for. Serve over rice or have as cocktail meatballs, whichever you prefer.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 36-48 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb ground chicken
1 lb mild pork sausage
1 medium onion, minced
1/2 red bell pepper, minced
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup plum preserves
1 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
6 ounces pineapple juice
3 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Thoroughly mix together meatball ingredients and form into meatballs by the tbsp; brown on all sides and cook over medium-low heat until cooked through, 15-20 minutes; remove from heat.
  • Mix together sauce ingredients except cornstarch in a large pan big enough to hold sauce and meatballs (w/lid), cook over low heat until mixture is hot and simmering and mixed through.
  • Mix cornstarch with 5-6 tbsp water to form a slurry and whisk into sauce and stir until sauce is thickened and bubbly; fold meatballs into pan and mix sauce over them.
  • Top with lid and simmer 10-15 minutes over low heat.
  • Serve with hot steamed rice, if desired.

ASIAN-INSPIRED MEATBALLS



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This is a variation of my Recipe #226422 with a little Asian flair. It was a big hit with my husband. You could make this recipe as the main course of a meal, or it could work for an appetizer as well.

Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe

Categories     Meat

Time 1h20m

Yield 30 meatballs, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb ground beef
1/3 cup milk
1/3 cup rolled oats
1/3 cup saltine crackers, crushed
1 egg
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 cups catsup
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
1 teaspoon dried ginger (or 1/2 tsp fresh grated)
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons molasses

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Thoroughly combine ground beef, milk, oats, crackers, egg, 1/4 cup onion, 1 teaspoons garlic powder, salt, pepper and chili powder for meatballs.
  • Form meat mixture into 1-inch balls and place in a 13x9-inch baking pan.
  • Combine catsup, brown sugar, liquid smoke, 1 teaspoons garlic powder, 1/4 cup chopped onion, ginger and sesame oil. Stir mixture until sugar dissolves (will be a bit grainy).
  • Pour sauce mixture over meatballs.
  • Bake at 350°F for one hour.
  • I like to serve this recipe with rice and steamed Asian veggies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 700.4, Fat 21.3, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 132.8, Sodium 2116, Carbohydrate 104.5, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 87.3, Protein 27.6

SLOW-COOKER ASIAN MEATBALLS



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Come home to these delicious Asian-style meatballs that are slow-cooked with three types of sauce - perfect for appetizer.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 2h55m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/2 cup finely chopped water chestnuts
1/3 cup Progresso™ plain bread crumbs
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup milk
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 cup plum sauce
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix meatball ingredients. Shape into about 36 (1-inch) meatballs. Place in pan.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until meatballs are thoroughly cooked and no longer pink in center.
  • Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Transfer meatballs to slow cooker. In small bowl, mix sauce ingredients. Add sauce to meatballs; stir gently to mix.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 2 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

MEATBALLS IN PLUM SAUCE



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A tasty sauce made of plum jam and chili sauce coats these moist meatballs beautifully. Make sure these delightful appetizers are on your holiday menus. -Mary Poninski, Whittington, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup milk
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 pound lean ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 pound ground veal
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1/2 cup boiling water
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup plum jam
1/2 cup chili sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, pour milk over bread crumbs; let stand for 10 minutes. Add the egg, Worcestershire sauce, onion, salt, pepper and cloves. Crumble beef, pork and veal over mixture and mix well (mixture will be soft). Shape into 1-in. balls. , In a large skillet, brown meatballs in oil in batches. Drain on paper towels. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. , In a small bowl, dissolve bouillon in water. Stir flour into pan drippings until blended; add the bouillon mixture, jam and chili sauce. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Pour over meatballs. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30-45 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and sauce is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

EASY ASIAN GLAZED MEATBALLS



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As a writer and busy mom of three boys, I need tasty meals on the quick. We serve these glazed meatballs over a steaming bed of rice. -Amy Dong, Woodbury, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
4 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 package (12 ounces) frozen fully cooked homestyle or Italian meatballs, thawed
Optional: Thinly sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, mix the first 6 ingredients until blended. Add meatballs, stirring to coat; cook, covered, over medium-low heat until heated through, 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally., If desired, sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 1296mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

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Asian inspired meatballs with plum sauce is a delicious dish that combines the sweetness of plum sauce with the savory flavor of meatballs. This dish is easy to prepare, making it a popular recipe for many families. In this article, we will delve deeper into some of the key ingredients and techniques that make up Asian inspired meatballs with plum sauce.

Ingredients

The ingredients in this dish are straightforward and easy to find. They include:
  • 500g ground pork or beef
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • Salt and pepper

For the Plum Sauce

  • 1 1/2 cups pitted and chopped fresh plums
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

To make the meatballs:
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork or beef, garlic, onion, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, beaten egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined, but don't overwork the mixture or your meatballs will be tough.
  2. Using your hands or a scoop, shape the meat mixture into small balls, approximately 1-2 inches in diameter.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the meatballs in a single layer.
  4. Bake the meatballs at 375°F for approximately 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
To make the plum sauce:
  1. Combine the chopped plums, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and grated ginger in a medium saucepan.
  2. Dissolve the cornstarch in water and add it to the plum mixture.
  3. Heat the mixture over medium-high heat, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and the plums begin to break down.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for approximately 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the plums have completely broken down.

Final Thoughts

Asian inspired meatballs with plum sauce is a flavorful and easy recipe that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of savory meatballs with sweet and tangy plum sauce is sure to tantalize your taste buds. With the right ingredients and techniques, anyone can create this delicious dish in the comfort of their own kitchen. Give it a try and see for yourself why this recipe is so popular.

Valuable Tips When Making Asian-Inspired Meatballs with Plum Sauce Recipes

Creating a delectable dish like Asian-inspired meatballs with plum sauce is not rocket science, but it still requires attention to detail and some preparation. Here are some valuable tips that you might want to keep in mind to make your next Asian-inspired meatballs with plum sauce recipe stand out from the rest.
Choose Quality Ingredients
When making Asian-inspired meatballs with plum sauce recipes, it's crucial to use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This recipe relies heavily on the taste and texture of the meatballs, and using inferior products will result in less flavorful and less tasty meatballs. Choose fresh ground meat or grind your meat to ensure its quality, and use fresh herbs and spices for the best flavor. Also, don't forget to select plums that are firm and ripe for the sauce.
Balance the Sweet and the Sour
A great Asian-inspired meatball with plum sauce recipe should have the right balance of sweet and sour flavors. The goal is to create a sauce that is not too sweet, but not too sour either. You can adjust the amount of sugar and vinegar or citrus juice to achieve this balance. Taste the sauce as you go along, and adjust the ingredients until you reach the desired balance of flavors.
Experiment with Different Meat Varieties
While ground beef and pork are the most common meat used in meatballs, it's worth exploring other meat varieties to add more flavor and diversity to your dish. You can try using ground chicken or turkey, or mix different kinds of ground meat to create a more complex flavor. Combining pork and beef, for example, will add richness to your meatballs, while chicken or turkey will make the meatballs leaner and healthier.
Use Panko Breadcrumbs for a Lighter Texture
Panko breadcrumbs are a staple in Asian cuisine and add a crispy and light texture to meatballs. They are lighter and larger than traditional breadcrumbs, which makes them perfect for absorbing moisture and keeping meatballs moist on the inside while maintaining a crispy exterior. Using Panko breadcrumbs also means that your meatballs won't be too dense or heavy, making them easier to eat and more enjoyable.
Always Preheat Your Oven
This may seem like a no-brainer, but it's easy to forget how important preheating your oven is when making meatballs. Preheating your oven ensures that the meatballs cook evenly and thoroughly. It also saves you time as the oven will reach the desired temperature the moment you pop in your baking tray.
Use a Cookie Scoop or Measuring Spoon to Form Your Meatballs
Using a cookie scoop or measuring spoon when forming your meatballs ensures that they are of consistent size and shape. This is important since meatballs that vary in size will not cook evenly, resulting in some being overcooked while others are undercooked. Also, shaping meatballs with a cookie scoop or measuring spoon makes the process quicker and less messy.
Make Ahead of Time and Freeze
If you don't have the time or energy to make meatballs from scratch, you can make a large batch and freeze them for future use. Freeze individual meatballs on a baking sheet before storing them in a plastic freezer bag or container. This way, you can easily grab as many meatballs as you need and add them to your plum sauce when you're ready to cook.
Experiment with Different Sauces
While plum sauce is the traditional sauce used for Asian-inspired meatballs, you can experiment with different sauces to add variety to your dish. You can try using soy sauce, hoisin sauce, or even a combination of sauces to give your meatballs a different flavor profile. Be creative and bold in your sauce choices, and you might discover a new favorite recipe!
Cook the Sauce Separately
Cooking the sauce separately from the meatballs ensures that both are cooked to perfection. When cooking the meatballs in the sauce, they can be overcooked on the outside and undercooked on the inside or vice versa. Separating them means that both the meatballs and sauce can cook perfectly and retain their desired texture and flavor.
Garnish with Herbs and Citrus Wedges
Adding fresh herbs and citrus wedges as a garnish to your Asian-inspired meatballs with plum sauce recipe will make the dish even more visually appealing and tasty. Use cilantro, parsley, or even green onions to add a pop of color and freshness. Garnishing with citrus wedges like lemon or lime will also give a burst of acidity to balance out the sweetness of the plum sauce.
Don't Be Afraid to Adjust the Recipe to Your Liking
A recipe is a guideline, and it's okay to make additions, substitutions, or adjust the measurements to your liking. If you like your plum sauce sweeter, add more sugar or honey. If you like your meatballs spicier, add more chili flakes or minced ginger. You are the chef, so go ahead and make the dish your own! In conclusion, making Asian-inspired meatballs with plum sauce is a great way to add variety and flavor to your cooking routine. With these valuable tips in mind, you'll be able to create a tasty and visually appealing dish that everyone will love. So go ahead and try out this recipe, mix and match ingredients according to your preference, and make it your own signature dish!

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