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Slow Cooker Teriyaki Meatballs


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 4–5 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Delicious slow cooker teriyaki meatballs served over rice or noodles.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds frozen meatballs
  • 1 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1/2 cup pineapple chunks (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together teriyaki sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Add pineapple juice if using chunks.
  2. Place frozen meatballs and pineapple chunks (if using) into the slow cooker.
  3. Pour the sauce over the meatballs, making sure they are evenly coated.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the slow cooker.
  6. Stir occasionally and let the sauce thicken into a glossy glaze.
  7. Sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions over the top.
  8. Serve hot over rice, noodles, or as an appetizer.

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • You can make homemade teriyaki sauce for additional flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4–5 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg