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Japanese Tsukune Meatballs

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Japanese Tsukune, a savory and tender chicken meatball dish that’s perfect for any occasion. These juicy meatballs are infused with aromatic ginger and soy sauce, making them irresistible to everyone at your table. Whether served on skewers for easy eating at gatherings, over fluffy rice for a comforting meal, or alongside vibrant steamed vegetables, this recipe is versatile and sure to impress. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a satisfying dish that’s both healthy and delicious. Make it your own by customizing the seasonings or serving options, and enjoy a taste of Japan right in your kitchen.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch (or tapioca flour)
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari)
  • 1 inch ginger (grated)
  • 3 tablespoons cooking apple vinegar (or broth)
  • 12 tablespoons sugar
  • Oil (sesame or vegetable)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce by mixing soy sauce, cooking apple vinegar, and sugar in a bowl. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, grated ginger, soy sauce, egg, and corn starch. Knead until well combined.
  3. Form mixture into 2-inch meatballs. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and cook meatballs until browned on all sides.
  4. Reduce heat, add prepared sauce to the pan center, cover, and allow meatballs to cook through while stirring occasionally until coated.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
  • Calories: 270
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg
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