CHINIESE-STYLE TURKEY MEATBALL

INGREDIENTS

MEATBALLS

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 2 scallions, very finely chopped
• 1/2 cup very finely chopped cilantro
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1/2 cup fine, dry bread crumbs (unseasoned)
• 1 egg, lightly beaten

SWEET SOY DIPPING SAUCE

• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 or 3 slices fresh ginger smashed with the side of a heavy knife

DIRECTION

TO MAKE THE MEATBALLS 

• Preheat the oven to 400^oC.
• Smoothly mix together the ingredients (hands are best for this), then form tablespoon-sized meatballs by rolling between your palms.
• Assemble on a lightly oiled or parchment lined cookie sheet and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until well-browned and cooked thoroughly.
• Hand out with toothpicks so that they can easily be dipped in the sauce.

TO MAKE THE DIPPING SAUCE

• In a small pot, stir all the ingredients together over medium-low heat or until the sugar melts.
• Simmer for 3 or so minutes, stirring frequently, or until the sauce is thicken a bit.
• Fish out the ginger and serve in tiny cups for dipping the meatballs.