Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Japanese Tsukune, a tender and savory meatball dish that’s perfect for any occasion. These easy-to-make meatballs are infused with the aromatic warmth of ginger and soy sauce, creating a dish that’s not only delicious but also versatile. Serve them on skewers at gatherings, over fluffy rice for a comforting meal, or alongside vibrant steamed vegetables for a nutritious dinner. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, you’ll have these tasty chicken meatballs ready in no time. Perfect for family dinners or impressing guests at your next gathering, this Japanese Tsukune Recipe will quickly become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon corn starch (or tapioca flour)
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari)
- 3 tablespoons cooking apple vinegar (or broth)
- 1-2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 inch ginger (grated)
- Oil (sesame or vegetable)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce by mixing 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar in a small bowl; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken with grated ginger, soy sauce, egg, and corn starch. Knead until well mixed.
- Shape the mixture into 2-inch balls. Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the meatballs. Cook until browned on all sides.
- Once browned, cover the skillet with a lid and reduce heat to allow cooking through for about 10 minutes.
- Remove the lid to drain excess oil; pour in the prepared sauce and cook on low heat until it thickens slightly. Roll meatballs to coat evenly.
- Serve on skewers, over rice, or with steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (approximately 145g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg