Hoisin-Lacquered Beef Meatballs
Hoisin-Lacquered Beef Meatballs deliver tender, juicy bites coated in a glossy, sweet-umami glaze that balances soy, honey, ginger, and garlic. The sauce clings to each meatball, pairing beautifully with crisp-tender green beans and steamed rice for a satisfying weeknight dinner. Serve hot with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and scallions for fresh aroma and subtle crunch.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Hoisin-Lacquered Beef Meatballs, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 43 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 16 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 57 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 29
- Heart Health
- 29
- Metabolic
- 40
- Digestive
- 29
- Inflammatory
- 43
- Performance
- 36
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
- 2
Combine the ground beef, panko, egg, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 cloves garlic, and 1 teaspoon ginger in a bowl; stir just until combined (do not overwork). Gently form the mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- 3
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers of the meatballs reads 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).
- 4
Meanwhile, mix hoisin sauce, honey, green onion, vinegar, sesame oil, and the remaining 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 clove garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon ginger in a large saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until slightly reduced, about 5 minutes. Set aside 2 tablespoons of the sauce in a small bowl for the green beans. Add the meatballs to the remaining sauce in the saucepan; cook until the flavors meld, about 2 minutes.
- 5
Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beans; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly blistered, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the reserved sauce to the beans; stir to coat. Serve the meatballs with the beans over rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onion.
- Calories 605.7 kcal High 30%
- Protein 34.12 g Good Source 68%
- Carbohydrate 80.86 g 29%
- Total Fat 15.71 g High 20%
- Saturated Fat 4.51 g High 23%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 124.26 mg High 41%
- Sodium 1387.56 mg High 60%
- Dietary Fiber 5.46 g Moderate 20%
- Total Sugars 27.06 g --
- Added Sugars 15.71 g High 31%
- Calcium 66.02 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 4.8 mg Good Source 27%
- Potassium 394.28 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin A 53.69 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 13.9 mg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin D 0.25 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Soy 🌱
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sesame
About This Recipe
Hoisin Lacquered Beef Meatballs is made with 15 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Eggs, Fresh Ginger, Green Beans, and Green Onion. Each serving provides about 605.7 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Hoisin-Lacquered Beef Meatballs made of?
- The main ingredients are Eggs, Fresh Ginger, Green Beans, Green Onion, Hoisin Sauce. The full list of 15 is above.
- How long does it take to make Hoisin-Lacquered Beef Meatballs?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 605.7 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Hoisin-Lacquered Beef Meatballs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 15 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Hoisin-Lacquered Beef Meatballs healthy?
- Hoisin-Lacquered Beef Meatballs has an easyChef Pro health score of 40/100. Per serving, it provides 605.7 calories and 34.12 g of protein, or 68% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1387.56 mg (60% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 4.51 g (23% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 15.71 g (31% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Soy, Wheat, Gluten and Sesame, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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