Foodie Favorite: Asian Meatballs

Easy-to-prepare meatballs with an Asian flair.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp fresh ginger, shredded
Pinch of red pepper flakes
2 tbsp Bragg Liquid Aminos or soy sauce
1/2 cup beef broth
1 tbsp Xylitol or brown sugar (optional)
Green onions, for garnish

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix together beef, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes and 1 tablespoon of liquid aminos/soy sauce. Form into small meatballs and place in a non-stick pan. On high heat, sear the meatballs until the outside is browned. In a small bowl, mix together beef broth, 1 tablespoon of liquid aminos/soy sauce and xylitol/brown sugar. Add broth mixture to the pan and continue cooking until sauce thickens. Serve with zoodles, spaghetti squash or pasta. Top with green onions. Enjoy!

Sarah Freeborn

A fourth generation Kenosha native, Freeborn is fueled by a desire to build community through her culinary skills in the kitchen. The Tremper High School graduate loves trying new recipes as well as creating unique ones of her own.