Tofu and Chicken Meatballs in Teryaki Sauce (Japanese-Style)

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 0
Tasty Tofu and Chicken Meatballs in Teryaki Sauce
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

9 ounces ground chicken
5 ounces medium firm tofu ( about 1/3 of 14-oz . package , wrap in paper towel for 15 minutes to drain )
1 sweet bell pepper , minced
1 green onions or 1 scallion , minced
1 inch ginger ( if using a tube , otherwise about 1 tsp . grated ginger )
1 egg
3 dashes salt ( to taste )
fresh ground black pepper ( to taste )
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon mirin
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch ( potato starch is fine , too )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
238
Sugar
5g
Fat
11g
This Japanese-style dish packs a punch with its bold and flavorful sauce. The meatballs are made with a combination of ground chicken and tofu, and are seasoned with ginger, bell pepper, and green onion to create a unique blend of flavors. The teriyaki sauce consists of soy sauce, sugar, mirin, and rice vinegar, creating a sweet and savory finish. Tofu and Chicken Meatballs in Teriyaki Sauce is an easy to make dish that is perfect for a healthy and filling dinner option.

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, drained tofu, minced bell pepper, minced green onion, grated ginger, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
2.Roll the mixture into small meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
3.Heat a skillet with cooking oil over medium heat. Gently place meatballs into the skillet and cook until browned on all sides.
4.In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sugar, mirin, rice vinegar, and cornstarch.
5.Pour the sauce into the skillet with the meatballs and bring to a simmer. Cook until the sauce thickens.
6.Serve with rice or noodles and enjoy!

PROS

These meatballs are protein-packed and provide a great way to sneak in some tofu.
The teriyaki sauce gives them a delicious sweet and savory flavor.

CONS

The meatballs can be delicate and may fall apart easily if not handled gently.
The dish has a high sodium content due to the soy sauce and mirin.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tofu is a great source of protein, calcium, and iron, making it an excellent vegetarian option.
Chicken provides essential amino acids and is rich in vitamin B6. Bell peppers are high in vitamin C making this dish immune-boosting.
Ginger is known for its anti-inflammatory properties which helps to reduce pain and discomfort.

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