Chia Seed Pork Meatballs with Spicy Ginger-Soy Glaz

Name: Chia Seed Pork Meatballs with Spicy Ginger-Soy Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Ground Pork; 3 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1- 1/2 teaspoon Fresh Grated Ginger; ⅓ cups Minced Yellow Onion; 1/4 cups Fresh Cilantro, Chopped; 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Low-Sodium Tamari; 2 Tablespoons Chia Seeds; 1/4 cups Low-Sodium Tamari; 1 teaspoon Fresh Grated Ginger; 1 teaspoon Unseasoned Rice Vinegar; 1 Tablespoon Honey; 1 teaspoon Sriracha Sauce

Servings: persons

1 pound Ground Pork
3 cloves Garlic, Minced
1- 1/2 teaspoon Fresh Grated Ginger
⅓ cups Minced Yellow Onion
1/4 cups Fresh Cilantro, Chopped
1- 1/2 Tablespoon Low-Sodium Tamari
2 Tablespoons Chia Seeds
1/4 cups Low-Sodium Tamari
1 teaspoon Fresh Grated Ginger
1 teaspoon Unseasoned Rice Vinegar
1 Tablespoon Honey
1 teaspoon Sriracha Sauce

1
Preheat your oven to 425 F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with a Silpat or parchment paper and set aside.
2
Place all the ingredients for the meatballs in a large bowl.
3
Using your clean hands, mix all of the ingredients until well combined.
4
(Kind of gross, but kind of fun.)
5
Cover and refrigerate the pork mixture for 20 minutes to allow the chia seeds to work their gelling magic.
6
Use your hands to mold the pork mixture into 1-inch meatballs, and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they arent touching.
7
You should have approximately 20 meatballs.
8
Transfer the tray of meatballs to the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until lightly browned and cooked through.
9
In a small bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients for the glaze.
10
Pour the glaze into a large non-stick pan over medium heat and keep it warm until meatballs are done.
11
When hot, add the meatballs and toss to coat.
12
Serve meatballs warm over your stir-fried vegetables or noodles of your choice.

382

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Ground Pork, 3 cloves Garlic, Minced, 1- 1/2 teaspoon Fresh Grated Ginger, ⅓ cups Minced Yellow Onion, and more.

Yes, Chia Seed Pork Meatballs with Spicy Ginger-Soy Glaze falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chia Seed Pork Meatballs with Spicy Ginger-Soy Glaze

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