Gyoza Meatballs (Easy Dumpling-Inspired Meatballs)

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These easy gyoza meatballs have all the savory flavor of classic dumplings without the wrappers. Juicy, pan-seared meatballs are coated in a glossy soy ginger sauce and served over rice for a quick, comforting dinner or crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Author: Chrissi | firsthomelovelife.com
Prep Time: 15 MINUTES
Cook Time: 15 MINUTES
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 SERVINGS 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: STOVETOP
Cuisine: ASIAN INSPIRED
Diet: Dairy-Free

Ingredients

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Gyoza Meatballs

1 pound ground pork (or ground chicken)
3 green onions, finely sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 large egg
½ cup panko breadcrumbs
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Soy Ginger Sauce

¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

For Serving (Optional)

Steamed white rice
Sesame seeds
Extra green onions

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine ground pork, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, egg, panko, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
Roll the mixture into 1½-inch meatballs.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a small amount of oil. Add meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8–10 minutes.
While the meatballs cook, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
Pour the sauce into the skillet and gently toss the meatballs to coat. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve over rice if desired.

Notes

Ground pork gives the most authentic gyoza flavor, but chicken works well for a lighter option.
Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep meatballs tender.
These meatballs can be served as an appetizer, rice bowl topping, or meal-prep protein.

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