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Asian Meatballs

A delicious and easy Asian meatballs recipe cooked in a Crockpot, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatball Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef or pork Fresh ground meat recommended.
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Check for texture.
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Substitute with tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 large egg Helps bind the meatballs.
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat with breadcrumbs, chopped green onions, minced garlic, and ginger. The mixture should feel moist but not sticky.
  2. Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, egg, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Use your hands to form small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  4. Place the meatballs in the Crockpot, either directly or lined with parchment paper.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  2. Once cooked, serve hot with sides like steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.

Notes

Leftover meatballs can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw and warm gently.