Air-Fried Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs with Sesame Seeds

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced, plus more for garnish
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2/3 cup teriyaki sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 cooking spray or oil, for the air fryer basket

Method

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, panko, egg, garlic, ginger, sliced scallions, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands just until combined.

2. 2

   Shape the mixture into 16 meatballs, about 1 1/2 tablespoons each, rolling lightly between your palms.

3. 3

   Preheat the air fryer to 380°F for 3 minutes.

   3:00 · Preheat air fryer
4. 4

   Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil and arrange the meatballs in a single layer, leaving space between each.

5. 5

   Air-fry the meatballs at 380°F, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F, about 10 to 12 minutes.

   10:00 · Air-fry meatballs
6. 6

   Transfer the cooked meatballs to a large bowl and pour the teriyaki sauce over them, tossing gently to coat each meatball evenly.

7. 7

   Return the glazed meatballs to the air fryer basket and air-fry at 380°F until the glaze is sticky and set, about 2 minutes.

   2:00 · Set the glaze
8. 8

   Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with sesame seeds and remaining sliced scallions before serving.