Asian Turkey Meatballs with Rice
Dinner, Meal Prep
4.8 (33)

Air Fryer Asian Meatballs

"These Air Fryer Asian Turkey Meatballs, served alongside fluffy rice and vibrant edamame, make for a nutritious option for either lunch or dinner. Plus, they’re perfect for meal prepping!"

Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Servings
4 servings
Calories
483
AsianTotal: 40 minutes

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Ingredients

  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 3 medium scallions
  • 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
  • Olive oil spray
  • 3 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 pound 93% lean ground turkey
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 2 cups shelled edamame
  • Sesame seeds
  • Sriracha sauce
  • fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup plain panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 large garlic cloves

Equipment Needed

  • Air Fryer

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a medium-sized mixing bowl, crack the egg and whisk it using a fork until well beaten. Incorporate the panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped scallion whites, and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, stirring until everything is well blended.

  2. 2

    Introduce the ground turkey to the mixture and gently combine using the fork, taking care not to overwork the meat. Shape the mixture into 16 uniform meatballs, each weighing approximately 1 ounce. Arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and set aside until you're ready to cook. (Be sure to wash your hands and clean your workspace thoroughly afterward.)

  3. 3

    Generously coat the air fryer basket with olive oil spray.

  4. 4

    Place the meatballs in a single layer in the basket, cooking in batches if necessary. Air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, turning the meatballs halfway through the cooking process. If you are cooking in batches, cover the first batch with foil and, if needed, return it to the air fryer for an additional minute to warm before serving.

  5. 5

    Alternatively, bake the meatballs in a preheated oven at 400°F for 20 minutes.

  6. 6

    While the meatballs are cooking, mix the rice with sesame oil and the chopped scallion greens.

  7. 7

    Distribute ¾ cup of the rice mixture into 4 individual bowls.

  8. 8

    Place 4 meatballs on top of each bowl of rice, accompanied by ½ cup of edamame.

  9. 9

    Drizzle 2 teaspoons of soy sauce over each serving, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and add sriracha on top if desired.

Nutrition Information

483
Calories
37g
Protein
49g
Carbs
16g
Fat
3g
Sat. Fat
736mg
Sodium
* Nutrition information is per serving (1 bowl)

Notes & Tips

  • Bake the meatballs in the oven at 400°F for 20 minutes.

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