Teriyaki Meatballs with Broccoli
A quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring homestyle meatballs and tender steamed broccoli, all tossed in a sweet and savory homemade teriyaki sauce. Perfect for when you want something deeply satisfying with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- •24 ounces frozen homestyle meatballs(about 1.5 lbs)
- •4 cups broccoli florets(fresh or frozen)
- •1/2 cup soy sauce(low sodium preferred)
- •1/4 cup brown sugar(packed)
- •2 tablespoons honey
- •2 cloves garlic(minced)
- •1 teaspoon fresh ginger(grated)
- •1 tablespoon cornstarch
- •1/4 cup water(cold)
Instructions
~31 min- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the frozen homestyle meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until heated through and slightly browned.
20-25 minutes
- 2
While the meatballs are baking, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to make a slurry. Stir the slurry into the simmering sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat.
2-3 minutes
- 4
Steam the broccoli florets in a steamer basket over boiling water for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
5-7 minutes
- 5
Transfer the cooked meatballs and steamed broccoli to a large serving dish. Pour the warm teriyaki sauce over the top and toss gently to coat everything evenly. Serve immediately.