Asian Chicken Meatball Sliders with Pickled Carrot and Daikon

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   For the quick-pickles: In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, sugar, salt and 1/2 cup water.

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   Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar.

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   Add the carrot and daikon and stir to combine.

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   Turn off the heat and set aside to cool.

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   Refrigerate, covered, for 2 hours.

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   For the sauce: Bring the soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, vinegar and sambal to a simmer in a small saucepan.

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   Cook for 5 to 7 minutes.

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   Set aside to cool.

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   For the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine the chicken, panko, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, egg, scallions and some salt and pepper.

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    Mix well to combine, but don't overwork.

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    Form the mixture into eight 2-inch balls.

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    Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.

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    Drizzle the pan with canola oil.

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    Add the meatballs and cook for about 4 minutes per side, or until cooked though.

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    Baste generously with sauce during the last 3 minutes of cooking.

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    To assemble the sliders: Serve the meatballs on the buns, topping each with a tablespoon of the quick-pickles (drained) and some cilantro leaves.

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    Secure with bamboo skewers and serve on a large platter with extra sauce on the side.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.