Description
Asian Crockpot Meatballs are the perfect combination of savory, sweet, and spicy flavors. Made with simple ingredients and cooked in a slow cooker, they are tender and juicy with a sticky, flavorful sauce. Whether for dinner, a party, or meal prep, these meatballs are full of bold flavors and require minimal effort.
Ingredients
1 lb ground chicken, turkey, or beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
1 egg
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and green onions.
Mix the ingredients until well combined, but do not overmix.
Shape the mixture into meatballs, about the size of a golf ball, and place them on a tray.
In a separate bowl, mix hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using) to make the sauce.
Pour a little sauce into the bottom of the crockpot and layer the meatballs on top.
Pour the remaining sauce over the meatballs.
Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or on high for 2–3 hours.
Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
You can adjust the sweetness or spiciness of the sauce by adding more honey or red pepper flakes.
To make it gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure the hoisin sauce is gluten-free.
For a lower-carb version, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high
- Category: Main Dish, Appetizer, Party Food
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian, Chinese-inspired