2poundsmeatloaf mix - equal parts beef, veal and pork or ground beef
2teaspoonssesame oil
1cupPanko breadcrumbs
½teaspoonginger - ground
2largeeggs
3teaspoonsgarlic - minced
½cupgreen onions (scallions or green shallots) - chopped (plus a little extra for garnish)
2teaspoonssesame seeds - (Optional) for garnish
FOR THE SAUCE:
1cupHoisin sauce
¼cuprice vinegar
2clovesgarlic - minced
2tablespoonssoy sauce
1teaspoonsesame oil
1teaspoonginger - ground
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line two baking sheets with foil.
In a large bowl, mix the meat, sesame oil, panko, ginger, eggs, garlic and scallions.
Roll meat into 1-1/2 inch wide balls. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet about 1 inch apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
While in the oven, make the sauce: whisk together the hoisin, rice vinegar, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger and sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Serve warm (2 options): Place a toothpick in each meatball, dip in the sauce and sprinkle meatballs with sesame seeds and scallions. This makes a nice presentation on a serving tray. Or, place meatballs in a large bowl and toss with the sauce (for me, I brought this dish to a party, so I mixed them in a crockpot); sprinkle with sesame seeds and scallions (optional).